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SHC 741S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

64,479 mi
Last recorded64,479 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHC 741S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 64,479 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 64,479 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 64,460 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 64,397 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 64,379 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 May 2014 64,379 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 64,375 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 64,375 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 64,375 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 64,311 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 64,311 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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SHC 741S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 SHC 741S, 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 48 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 SHC 741S?

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What year was SHC 741S registered?

SHC 741S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is SHC 741S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHC 741S shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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