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RSC 21P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,165 mi
Last recorded76,165 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSC 21P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 76,165 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 76,165 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 73,357 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 72,611 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 70,600 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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RSC 21P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 56,730 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 RSC 21P, 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 50 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 RSC 21P?

You can check the full history of RSC 21P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RSC 21P registered?

RSC 21P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 May 1976.

Is RSC 21P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSC 21P shows 5 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 RSC 21P have outstanding finance?

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