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UDV 520R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,477 mi
Last recorded28,477 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDV 520R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 28,477 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 28,477 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2008 28,357 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

corrosion around n/s/f body mount

front and rear brake flex hose ferrules corroded

Fail 15 May 2008 28,344 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

corrosion around n/s/f body mount

front and rear brake flex hose ferrules corroded

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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UDV 520R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UDV 520R, 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 UDV 520R?

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What year was UDV 520R registered?

UDV 520R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 July 1977.

Is UDV 520R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDV 520R shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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