MOT Status
Mileage
88,083 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front upper (2.4.G.2)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)
Front wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.5.A.3c)
Fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated.
Windscreen damage outside swept area.
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
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VEA 721S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
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 VEA 721S, 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.
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What year was VEA 721S registered?
VEA 721S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 September 1977.
Is VEA 721S safe to buy?
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