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VLN 123S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

58,329 mi
Last recorded58,329 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLN 123S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 58,329 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 58,314 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 57,898 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 57,847 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

very slight roughness o/s/f hub

Pass 3 Apr 2014 57,776 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 57,696 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 57,597 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 57,450 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 57,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 57,039 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 56,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

footbrake and handbrake overall efforts just legal

oil leaks around engine, gearbox and rear axle areas

Pass 16 Jul 2008 56,414 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 56,406 miles

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 56,367 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 56,348 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2005 55,926 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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VLN 123S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VLN 123S, 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 VLN 123S?

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What year was VLN 123S registered?

VLN 123S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is VLN 123S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLN 123S shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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