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MPX 54R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,303 mi
Last recorded53,303 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPX 54R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 53,303 miles

Oil level low, but above minimum.

Fail 27 Jun 2013 53,303 miles

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

Oil level low, but above minimum.

Pass 29 Jun 2012 53,163 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 53,163 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 53,075 miles

Nearside Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Aug 2009 53,032 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 53,013 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 52,812 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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MPX 54R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 60,537 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 MPX 54R, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MPX 54R registered?

MPX 54R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 February 1977.

Is MPX 54R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPX 54R shows 8 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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