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LPO 490R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,085 mi
Last recorded68,085 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPO 490R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 May 2018 68,085 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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LPO 490R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LPO 490R, 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 LPO 490R?

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What year was LPO 490R registered?

LPO 490R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 August 1976.

Is LPO 490R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPO 490R shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LPO 490R have outstanding finance?

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