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LFF 98R

1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,334 mi
Last recorded28,334 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2011
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire 150042,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFF 98R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire 1500
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2011 28,334 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 28,334 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?

Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 178
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 120
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Stop lamp not working 104
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LFF 98R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 42,281 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 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LFF 98R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LFF 98R?

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What year was LFF 98R registered?

LFF 98R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 2 November 1976.

Is LFF 98R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFF 98R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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