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MCY 48A

2000 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,754 mi
Last recorded79,754 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCY 48A
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 79,754 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2013 79,241 miles

brake pipes under sealed

under body under sealed

Fail 1 Jul 2013 79,241 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

brake pipes under sealed

under body under sealed

Pass 21 Jul 2011 78,992 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 78,983 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 78,868 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 78,620 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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MCY 48A is a 2000 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MCY 48A, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MCY 48A?

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What year was MCY 48A registered?

MCY 48A is a 2000 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 April 2000.

Is MCY 48A safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCY 48A shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MCY 48A have outstanding finance?

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