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ONM 747P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,139 mi
Last recorded15,139 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONM 747P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 15,139 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 14,283 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 13,424 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 11,081 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 11,081 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 10,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 10,165 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 9,847 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 9,567 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 9,561 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 9,268 miles

exhaust & mountings

fuel cap seal

fuel smell inside vehicle

indicator switch

offside roof retaining bolt broken

slight play nearside front suspension

slight play offside front wheel bearing

thick underseal underside of vehicle

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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ONM 747P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ONM 747P, 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 ONM 747P registered?

ONM 747P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 June 1976.

Is ONM 747P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONM 747P shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ONM 747P have outstanding finance?

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