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SRE 174R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,475 mi
Last recorded85,475 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRE 174R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 85,475 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 85,291 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 85,291 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion floor pan (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 85,208 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 84,875 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 84,825 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 84,632 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 84,529 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust mounting bracket insecure

Fail 19 May 2012 84,216 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust mounting bracket insecure

Pass 28 May 2011 83,736 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 May 2011 83,735 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 83,231 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2009 82,588 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 81,786 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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SRE 174R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SRE 174R, 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 SRE 174R?

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What year was SRE 174R registered?

SRE 174R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 February 1977.

Is SRE 174R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRE 174R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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