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1995 BL

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,991 mi
Last recorded91,991 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1995 BL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 91,991 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 91,986 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 90,721 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 90,204 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 89,491 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 88,739 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 87,858 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 87,853 miles

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

front lower arm bolts and nuts to be renewed

Pass 3 Sep 2012 87,074 miles

offside / nearside rear suspension bushes starting to wear

Fail 3 Sep 2012 87,072 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside / nearside rear suspension bushes starting to wear

Pass 22 Aug 2011 86,130 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake lever almost at max limit

wiper switch loose but still works

Pass 7 Sep 2010 85,225 miles

both front tyres close to wear bars inner edges

both front wheel bearings have play

Pass 31 Mar 2009 85,023 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 85,023 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 84,841 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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1995 BL is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 1995 BL, 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 1995 BL registered?

1995 BL is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is 1995 BL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1995 BL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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