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XBR 776L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

701 mi
Last recorded701 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBR 776L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 701 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 626 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 313 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 313 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 258 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 86 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 99,670 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 98,603 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 97,071 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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XBR 776L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 XBR 776L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBR 776L?

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What year was XBR 776L registered?

XBR 776L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 March 1973.

Is XBR 776L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBR 776L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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