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RPO 811E

1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,685 mi
Last recorded56,685 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK336,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPO 811E
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1967
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 56,685 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 56,279 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 55,883 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 55,647 miles

gearbox oil leak .

Pass 22 Jul 2013 54,349 miles

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

both front out rigers in poor condition

Fail 22 Jul 2013 54,349 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear Trailing arm which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

both front out rigers in poor condition

Pass 14 Aug 2012 54,339 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 54,330 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 53,948 miles

Oil leak

horn in poor condition

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

slight play in front wheels

wipers in poor condition

Pass 29 Jul 2008 53,199 miles

Oil leak

seats have move mont

Pass 21 Aug 2007 52,779 miles

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

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

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)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 51,281 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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RPO 811E is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RPO 811E, 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 RPO 811E registered?

RPO 811E is a 1967 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 8 June 1967.

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The MOT history for RPO 811E shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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