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UPE 657S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,562 mi
Last recorded54,562 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPE 657S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 54,562 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 54,462 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 54,173 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 53,927 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 53,926 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 63,842 miles

Steering coloum has slight movement at upper brg.

offside front upper suspension arm has some movement present.

offside rear hand brake arm on back plate has limited movement (opperating correctly).

some under body corrosion forming on unprotected areas (front of near side lower sill and offside front floor).

Pass 4 Apr 2007 53,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Slight play in N/S steering rack arm

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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UPE 657S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 UPE 657S, 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 UPE 657S?

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What year was UPE 657S registered?

UPE 657S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 17 October 1977.

Is UPE 657S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPE 657S shows 7 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.

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