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NWC 916P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,147 mi
Last recorded58,147 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWC 916P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2018 58,147 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 57,923 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 57,923 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute Lamps do not flash unless engine is revved(no flash at idle) (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure lower mtg (coil and shock absorber assy)loose. (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp does not work when brake lights are on. (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working lamp does not illuminate immediately(comes on after several seconds) (1.2.1b)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle locks itself (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Does not work when brake lights are on (1.4.A.2h)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at jpoint with rear silencer(loose) (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 57,196 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 57,196 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 57,195 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 57,195 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 57,134 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2009 56,987 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 56,641 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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NWC 916P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NWC 916P, 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

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What year was NWC 916P registered?

NWC 916P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 12 April 1976.

Is NWC 916P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWC 916P shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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