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UED 261S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

76,697 mi
Last recorded76,697 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUED 261S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 76,697 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2017 76,562 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Nov 2016 74,538 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 72,087 miles

SLIGHT PLAY TO BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

SLIGHT PLAY TO BOTH STEERING RACK MOUNTS

SLIGHT PLAY TO O/S/R HUB ASSEMBLY

Fail 6 Jan 2016 72,079 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

SLIGHT PLAY TO BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

SLIGHT PLAY TO BOTH STEERING RACK MOUNTS

SLIGHT PLAY TO O/S/R HUB ASSEMBLY

Pass 30 May 2014 71,940 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 71,940 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin retaining device insecurely fitted (2.4.B.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 May 2012 71,899 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2012 71,895 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 71,749 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 71,580 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 71,571 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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UED 261S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 60,537 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UED 261S, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UED 261S registered?

UED 261S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 October 1977.

Is UED 261S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UED 261S shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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