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UMV 685S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,563 mi
Last recorded91,563 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMV 685S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 91,563 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear propshaft has slight play in rear universal joint

Pass 6 Jul 2016 91,014 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front anti roll bar link pin securing nut slightly loose

Pass 10 Jul 2015 90,288 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 90,226 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight corrosion on front cross member at offside

slight play in propshaft U/J

Pass 10 Jul 2014 88,913 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 87,753 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 74,624 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 87,624 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 87,423 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 87,423 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 87,369 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 87,369 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 87,140 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 87,020 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 87,019 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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UMV 685S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UMV 685S, 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 UMV 685S?

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What year was UMV 685S registered?

UMV 685S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is UMV 685S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMV 685S shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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