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GFC 107S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Purple Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

35,030 mi
Last recorded35,030 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFC 107S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 35,030 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 35,029 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 34,068 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 34,066 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure Loose mounting bolt to floor (5.2.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 33,138 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 32,869 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 32,869 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2014 31,478 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 27,764 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 1 Jun 2012 27,316 miles

patches of corrosiuon

Pass 7 Jun 2011 26,176 miles

patches of corrosion

Fail 18 May 2010 25,146 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 18 May 2010 25,146 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 24,998 miles

patches of corrosion

Fail 28 May 2009 24,998 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 May 2008 24,070 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 22,628 miles

corrossion on underside, body and chassis. †evidence of welding, no holes

Pass 11 May 2006 52,105 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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GFC 107S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Purple with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GFC 107S, 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 GFC 107S?

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What year was GFC 107S registered?

GFC 107S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 23 September 1977.

Is GFC 107S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFC 107S shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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