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SRS 957X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,862 mi
Last recorded27,862 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRS 957X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 27,862 miles

offside front lower trunnion slightly worn

Pass 30 May 2018 27,575 miles

Offside Front lower trunion bush slight play

Pass 2 Jun 2017 27,289 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 26,995 miles

offside front lower trunion bush slightly worn

Pass 28 May 2015 26,559 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 26 May 2014 26,245 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 May 2013 25,954 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 25,954 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 22 May 2012 25,881 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 25,829 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2010 25,815 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 25,399 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 23,411 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 23,411 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 23,357 miles

both rear tyres badly perished

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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SRS 957X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 SRS 957X, 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 45 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 SRS 957X?

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What year was SRS 957X registered?

SRS 957X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 August 1981.

Is SRS 957X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRS 957X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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