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TUT 853S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,518 mi
Last recorded18,518 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTUT 853S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 18,518 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 17,289 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 16,776 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 14,630 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 11,625 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 10,745 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 9,967 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 9,019 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 7,263 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 6,963 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 6,948 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 6,651 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 6,651 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2006 6,651 miles

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

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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TUT 853S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 TUT 853S, 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 TUT 853S?

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What year was TUT 853S registered?

TUT 853S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TUT 853S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TUT 853S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TUT 853S have outstanding finance?

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