CarVerify

Free Car Check

RHV 121R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,531 mi
Last recorded54,531 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHV 121R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 54,531 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 53,739 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 53,109 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 52,804 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 52,804 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 51,998 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 49,928 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 49,055 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 49,055 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 49,042 miles

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
Full Triumph Spitfire reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RHV 121R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RHV 121R, 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 RHV 121R?

You can check the full history of RHV 121R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RHV 121R registered?

RHV 121R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 March 1977.

Is RHV 121R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHV 121R shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RHV 121R have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RHV 121R. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.