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VNG 955S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,450 mi
Last recorded82,450 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNG 955S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 82,450 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 81,719 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 80,690 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 80,690 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 80,083 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 79,549 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 78,919 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 77,819 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 77,168 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 75,752 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 75,220 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 74,141 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 73,467 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 72,653 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 71,985 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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VNG 955S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VNG 955S, 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 VNG 955S?

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What year was VNG 955S registered?

VNG 955S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 October 1977.

Is VNG 955S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNG 955S shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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