MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,564 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front and rear chassis corroded
front and rear floor has been plated and welded unable to fully inspect due to underseal
near side front brake binding
rear flexi brake pipe ferrules corroded
rear upper chassis corroded by shockabsorber mountings
Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
front and rear chassis corroded
front and rear floor has been plated/welded unable to fully inspect due to underseal
near side front brake binding
rear flexi brake pipe ferrules corroded
rear upper chassis corroded by shockabsorber mountings
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SGL 955S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 SGL 955S, 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 SGL 955S?
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What year was SGL 955S registered?
SGL 955S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 30 November 1977.
Is SGL 955S safe to buy?
The MOT history for SGL 955S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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