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VTU 127R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,848 mi
Last recorded71,848 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTU 127R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 71,848 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 71,846 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2013 71,432 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 71,383 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 71,125 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 70,615 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 70,295 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 70,008 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 69,850 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 69,371 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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VTU 127R is a 1977 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 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 VTU 127R, 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 VTU 127R?

You can check the full history of VTU 127R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VTU 127R registered?

VTU 127R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is VTU 127R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTU 127R 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 VTU 127R have outstanding finance?

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