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RPE 976L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Purple Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,429 mi
Last recorded46,429 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPE 976L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2017 46,429 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 45,991 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 45,597 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 44,938 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 44,295 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 44,143 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,253 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
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RPE 976L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Purple with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 RPE 976L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RPE 976L?

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What year was RPE 976L registered?

RPE 976L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 June 1973.

Is RPE 976L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPE 976L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RPE 976L have outstanding finance?

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