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FDN 776S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,684 mi
Last recorded85,684 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDN 776S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2019 85,684 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

hazards not working

long travel on handbrake

Pass 14 Sep 2018 84,643 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

centre exhasut blowing

play in offsided front wheel bearing

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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FDN 776S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 FDN 776S, 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 48 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 FDN 776S?

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What year was FDN 776S registered?

FDN 776S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is FDN 776S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDN 776S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDN 776S have outstanding finance?

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