CarVerify

Free Car Check

SRM 112R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,863 mi
Last recorded25,863 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRM 112R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 25,863 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe/middle (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold/flange (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 May 2016 25,334 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

n/s/r wheel arch corroded/holed

Fail 17 May 2016 25,334 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported at manifold/downpipe (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Steering rack insecure column bolts loose at rack (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifold/downpipe (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe to mid section (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

n/s/r wheel arch corroded/holed

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
Full Triumph Spitfire reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SRM 112R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SRM 112R, 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 SRM 112R?

You can check the full history of SRM 112R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SRM 112R registered?

SRM 112R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 June 1977.

Is SRM 112R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRM 112R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SRM 112R have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SRM 112R. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.