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UNN 281S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,246 mi
Last recorded81,246 miles
Recorded on11 May 2011
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNN 281S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2011 81,246 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 10 May 2011 81,241 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 10 Jun 2010 80,689 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 80,671 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 80,403 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 80,401 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

nearside rear tie rod chassis mounting - repaired but heavily undersealed

offside rear tie rod chassis mounting - repaired but heavily undersealed

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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UNN 281S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 UNN 281S, 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 UNN 281S?

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What year was UNN 281S registered?

UNN 281S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is UNN 281S safe to buy?

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