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TAH 103R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,551 mi
Last recorded56,551 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAH 103R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 56,551 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 56,448 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 56,359 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 56,357 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 56,339 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 56,339 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 56,287 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 56,262 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 56,918 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 56,107 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 55,900 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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TAH 103R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TAH 103R, 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 TAH 103R?

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What year was TAH 103R registered?

TAH 103R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 April 1977.

Is TAH 103R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAH 103R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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