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MSC 1B

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,553 mi
Last recorded86,553 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSC 1B
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 86,553 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 85,981 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 85,135 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 84,245 miles

Vehicle heavily undersealed making close inspection difficult

Pass 12 Jun 2015 83,204 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 May 2014 82,723 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 80,132 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 78,244 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 78,195 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 77,959 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 77,496 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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MSC 1B is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MSC 1B, 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

How do I check the history of MSC 1B?

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What year was MSC 1B registered?

MSC 1B is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is MSC 1B safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSC 1B shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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