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PBD 232R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,521 mi
Last recorded31,521 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBD 232R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 May 2025 31,521 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 31,317 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 31,171 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 30,535 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 30,374 miles

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

handbrake lever slightly worn

Pass 31 May 2011 29,224 miles

slieght play at steering wheel /slieght play in both rack ends

Pass 25 May 2010 28,950 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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PBD 232R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PBD 232R, 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 PBD 232R registered?

PBD 232R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is PBD 232R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBD 232R shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBD 232R have outstanding finance?

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