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PMY 103R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,905 mi
Last recorded83,905 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 103R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 83,905 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 62,032 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded off side front chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 82,211 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear tyres are slightly perished

front panel is corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2013 76,121 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

corrosion starting front cross member

fuel cap seal cracking

nearside front lower trunion slightly worn

rear of chassie legs slightly corroded

wipers spliting

Pass 19 Jul 2012 75,897 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 75,831 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 75,478 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 75,362 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 73,583 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 73,583 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 72,729 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 72,729 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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PMY 103R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Black 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 PMY 103R, 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 PMY 103R?

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What year was PMY 103R registered?

PMY 103R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 October 1976.

Is PMY 103R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 103R 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.

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