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SYG 731R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,574 mi
Last recorded36,574 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYG 731R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 36,574 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 35,612 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 34,876 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 34,198 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 33,569 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 32,668 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 23,889 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 23,889 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 31,805 miles

rear floor pan very slightly corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2015 31,243 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 30,668 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 30,147 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 30,140 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 29,681 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 29,448 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 29,440 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 29,132 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 29,129 miles

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

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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SYG 731R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SYG 731R, 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 SYG 731R registered?

SYG 731R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is SYG 731R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYG 731R shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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