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SDU 910R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,731 mi
Last recorded22,731 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDU 910R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 22,731 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 22,714 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 22,689 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 22,550 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2013 22,549 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

bracket for exhaust system not attached but system still secure

Pass 29 May 2012 21,802 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 21,166 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 11 Dec 2010 21,166 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 20,663 miles

corrosion off side front floor to sill

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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SDU 910R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SDU 910R, 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

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What year was SDU 910R registered?

SDU 910R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 January 1977.

Is SDU 910R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDU 910R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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