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NSN 380R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

93,297 mi
Last recorded93,297 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSN 380R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 93,297 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

drivers seat fore and aft seat adjustment require

oil leaks

Fail 12 Aug 2017 93,297 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

drivers seat fore and aft seat adjustment require

oil leaks

Pass 18 Aug 2016 91,362 miles

Nearside Rear hand & footbrake may require adjustment.

drivers fore & aft seat adjustment requires attention.

drivers seat belt retractor requires adjustment.

Pass 27 Jun 2007 91,244 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 91,234 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2006 87,845 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 87,845 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Fail 14 Jun 2006 87,841 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Fail 16 May 2006 87,829 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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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NSN 380R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NSN 380R, 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 NSN 380R?

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What year was NSN 380R registered?

NSN 380R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 October 1976.

Is NSN 380R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSN 380R shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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