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PCH 481R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,425 mi
Last recorded82,425 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCH 481R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2018 82,425 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 7 May 2016 82,352 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 83,153 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 24 May 2014 81,989 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 81,989 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 81,812 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 81,726 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 81,488 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 57,061 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 May 2009 80,541 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 11 May 2009 80,540 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 9 May 2008 80,119 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 79,395 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 79,363 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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PCH 481R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PCH 481R, 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 PCH 481R?

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What year was PCH 481R registered?

PCH 481R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 August 1976.

Is PCH 481R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCH 481R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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