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PNC 130R

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,945 mi
Last recorded69,945 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNC 130R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 69,945 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 69,735 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 69,622 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 69,620 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at lower arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 69,302 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 69,301 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted fouling tyre on lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 68,865 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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PNC 130R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PNC 130R, 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 PNC 130R?

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What year was PNC 130R registered?

PNC 130R is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 27 August 1976.

Is PNC 130R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNC 130R shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PNC 130R have outstanding finance?

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