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PGW 555R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,736 mi
Last recorded9,736 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGW 555R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 9,736 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 9,730 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 7,413 miles

Little reserve travel on parking brake

Pass 14 May 2019 7,252 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 7,252 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 7,090 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 7,060 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 6,946 miles

Nearside rack gatior split

Play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 13 Apr 2016 6,119 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 6,103 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 5,496 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 4,522 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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PGW 555R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PGW 555R, 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 PGW 555R?

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What year was PGW 555R registered?

PGW 555R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 August 1976.

Is PGW 555R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGW 555R shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PGW 555R have outstanding finance?

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