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DBV 931S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,735 mi
Last recorded92,735 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBV 931S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 92,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

vehicle undersealed

Fail 6 Sep 2022 92,699 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

vehicle undersealed

Pass 7 Jul 2008 92,563 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 92,532 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 92,532 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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DBV 931S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DBV 931S, 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 DBV 931S?

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What year was DBV 931S registered?

DBV 931S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 August 1977.

Is DBV 931S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBV 931S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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