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VBT 230R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

8,195 mi
Last recorded8,195 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBT 230R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 8,195 miles

Emissions close to limit

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

Pass 25 May 2016 6,645 miles

Emissions readings close to the limits

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 4,936 miles

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

nsr shock obviously worn

Pass 10 Apr 2014 3,707 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 3,366 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 3,364 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 2,572 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 1,405 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 99,535 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 98,284 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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VBT 230R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VBT 230R, 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 VBT 230R?

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What year was VBT 230R registered?

VBT 230R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is VBT 230R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBT 230R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VBT 230R have outstanding finance?

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