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LYV 759P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,801 mi
Last recorded90,801 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYV 759P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 90,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 90,801 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 90,276 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 90,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil residue round diffenentials

Pass 4 Jul 2013 90,114 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 889,675 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 89,536 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

chassis corroding

handbrake lever worn

Fail 28 Jun 2011 89,532 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

chassis corroding

handbrake lever worn

Pass 30 Jun 2010 89,138 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 88,776 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 88,524 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 88,524 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LYV 759P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LYV 759P, 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 LYV 759P?

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What year was LYV 759P registered?

LYV 759P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 March 1976.

Is LYV 759P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYV 759P shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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