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UNP 47R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,301 mi
Last recorded29,301 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNP 47R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 29,301 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 29,288 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 28,938 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 28,875 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 28,263 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 27,401 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 26,817 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 25,498 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 24,340 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 22,830 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 22,245 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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UNP 47R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 56,730 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 UNP 47R, 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 50 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 UNP 47R?

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What year was UNP 47R registered?

UNP 47R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 August 1976.

Is UNP 47R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNP 47R shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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