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UVT 625S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

1,288 mi
Last recorded1,288 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVT 625S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2012 1,288 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 1,195 miles

nearside rear backplate damp, no leak found at time of test

Pass 16 Aug 2010 1,103 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 31 Jul 2009 867 miles

play in steering rack

Fail 24 Jul 2009 857 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

play in steering rack

Pass 3 Jul 2008 738 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 562 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 433 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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UVT 625S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UVT 625S, 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 UVT 625S?

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What year was UVT 625S registered?

UVT 625S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is UVT 625S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVT 625S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UVT 625S have outstanding finance?

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