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KMU 814P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,999 mi
Last recorded79,999 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMU 814P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 79,999 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 79,999 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 79,999 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint TRUNION BUSH AT ARM (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 79,999 miles

slight play in steering column top bush

Pass 4 Aug 2005 79,999 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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KMU 814P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 56,730 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 KMU 814P, 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 50 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 KMU 814P?

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What year was KMU 814P registered?

KMU 814P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 February 1976.

Is KMU 814P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMU 814P shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KMU 814P have outstanding finance?

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