MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,357 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Rear slight brake bind
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Nail in tyre
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Nail in tyre
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SPF 401R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 SPF 401R, 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 SPF 401R?
You can check the full history of SPF 401R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was SPF 401R registered?
SPF 401R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 July 1977.
Is SPF 401R safe to buy?
The MOT history for SPF 401R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SPF 401R have outstanding finance?
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