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ORO 747D

1983 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,396 mi
Last recorded45,396 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 1983 Triumph Spitfire64,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORO 747D
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 45,396 miles

Front wiper blades deteriorating nearside and offside

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

chassis areas general corrosion

oil leak engine area and rear diff areas

Pass 20 Oct 2016 45,215 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 45,197 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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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ORO 747D is a 1983 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 64,063 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 ORO 747D, 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 43 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 ORO 747D?

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What year was ORO 747D registered?

ORO 747D is a 1983 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 24 October 1983.

Is ORO 747D safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORO 747D shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ORO 747D have outstanding finance?

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