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RAW 572R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Silver Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,795 mi
Last recorded29,795 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAW 572R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 29,795 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 29,795 miles

Steering column inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 29,100 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 27,550 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Nov 2010 27,550 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?

Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
8,423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,320
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,718
brake binding 2,431
Stop lamp not working 2,126
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,894
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RAW 572R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Silver with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 60,537 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAW 572R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RAW 572R?

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What year was RAW 572R registered?

RAW 572R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 January 1977.

Is RAW 572R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAW 572R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAW 572R have outstanding finance?

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