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OBJ 207P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

96,447 mi
Last recorded96,447 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBJ 207P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 96,447 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 May 2017 96,394 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 96,331 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 96,331 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust rubber (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 96,283 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

both seats have movement in runners

water leak from waterpump

Fail 17 Oct 2014 96,283 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

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

both seats have movement in runners

water leak from waterpump

Pass 8 Oct 2013 96,154 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2013 96,154 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 95,964 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

handbrake pivot worn

light corrosion on outer edges of front brake discs

Fail 3 Oct 2012 95,945 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

handbrake pivot worn

n/s seat belt clasp outer cover insicure

Pass 29 Sep 2011 95,805 miles

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

wear in handbrake pivot

Pass 23 Oct 2010 95,495 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear propshaft uj worn

slight movement in handbrake pivot

Pass 5 Sep 2009 95,238 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

SLIGHT PLAY IN REAR PROP UJ

Pass 6 Sep 2008 94,951 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 94,743 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes becoming uneven

rear spring position keeper corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2006 94,381 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 93,830 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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OBJ 207P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OBJ 207P, 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.

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What year was OBJ 207P registered?

OBJ 207P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 July 1976.

Is OBJ 207P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBJ 207P shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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