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SWK 73R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,977 mi
Last recorded22,977 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWK 73R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 22,977 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 22,039 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under body undersaealed

Pass 8 May 2024 21,838 miles

ALL UNDERSIDE UNDERSEALED !!!

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 20,064 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 17,203 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 17,046 miles

General previous welding repairs to underbody and chassis

General underbody corrosion

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2014 17,029 miles

Oil leak

front bumper panel corroded

general surface corrosion to underbody areas

o/s/f floor area corroded /holed. plated from inside

Pass 12 May 2008 16,925 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 16,863 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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SWK 73R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SWK 73R, 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 SWK 73R registered?

SWK 73R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 March 1977.

Is SWK 73R safe to buy?

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