MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,034 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front steering rack arm has slight play
sump rusty
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?
Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TUF 438S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 60,431 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TUF 438S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of TUF 438S?
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What year was TUF 438S registered?
TUF 438S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 12 October 1977.
Is TUF 438S safe to buy?
The MOT history for TUF 438S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does TUF 438S have outstanding finance?
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