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LLT 838P

1975 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,299 mi
Last recorded94,299 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire59,293 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLT 838P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 94,299 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 94,209 miles

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 94,121 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 93,851 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 93,851 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 93,717 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 93,149 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 92,395 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 92,395 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 91,538 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 91,538 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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LLT 838P is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1975 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 59,293 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 LLT 838P, 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 51 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LLT 838P?

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What year was LLT 838P registered?

LLT 838P is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 24 October 1975.

Is LLT 838P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLT 838P shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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