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OMY 131R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,764 mi
Last recorded43,764 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMY 131R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 43,764 miles

slight corrosion at offside outer sill

Pass 1 Feb 2018 42,801 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 42,800 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 42,799 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 42,774 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 42,664 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 42,342 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 42,204 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 42,105 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 42,033 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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OMY 131R 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 90%.

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 OMY 131R, 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 OMY 131R?

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What year was OMY 131R registered?

OMY 131R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 August 1976.

Is OMY 131R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMY 131R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OMY 131R have outstanding finance?

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