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GRW 182N

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,993 mi
Last recorded11,993 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRW 182N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 11,993 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 11,848 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 11,256 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 11,256 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 10,733 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 10,733 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 9,819 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2008 9,799 miles

Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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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GRW 182N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 GRW 182N, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRW 182N registered?

GRW 182N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 December 1974.

Is GRW 182N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRW 182N shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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