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SGH 415R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,865 mi
Last recorded75,865 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGH 415R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 75,865 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 75,358 miles

offside rear tyre tread cracking

slight play in nearside lower trunnion

Pass 31 Mar 2015 75,346 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

play in nearside lower trunnion

Pass 14 Mar 2012 75,181 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 75,141 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 75,141 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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SGH 415R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SGH 415R, 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 SGH 415R?

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What year was SGH 415R registered?

SGH 415R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 August 1976.

Is SGH 415R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGH 415R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SGH 415R have outstanding finance?

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