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RLO 827E

1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,679 mi
Last recorded48,679 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK336,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLO 827E
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1967
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 48,679 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in nearside front lower trunnion assembly.

Pass 8 Jul 2016 48,118 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 47,796 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 47,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 46,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2012 46,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 May 2012 46,641 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 46,453 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 46,096 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 46,096 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 45,961 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 45,734 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 45,630 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 45,417 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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RLO 827E is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 36,383 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RLO 827E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 59 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RLO 827E registered?

RLO 827E is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 9 May 1967.

Is RLO 827E safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLO 827E shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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