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SRP 131R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,964 mi
Last recorded86,964 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRP 131R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 86,964 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 86,633 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 83,001 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

slight play in steering rack bushes

Pass 19 Jul 2012 82,536 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 82,536 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2011 82,141 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 82,141 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 81,025 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 78,625 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 78,625 miles

Centre Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 77,523 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 74,384 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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SRP 131R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SRP 131R, 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

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What year was SRP 131R registered?

SRP 131R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 March 1977.

Is SRP 131R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRP 131R shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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