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UEL 284S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,136 mi
Last recorded42,136 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEL 284S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 42,136 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 41,407 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 40,948 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 40,575 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 40,110 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 38,996 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 37,790 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 36,307 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 66,293 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 35,053 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 33,746 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 32,490 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres perished

Pass 23 Sep 2008 31,130 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 30,016 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 29,092 miles

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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UEL 284S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 UEL 284S, 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

How do I check the history of UEL 284S?

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What year was UEL 284S registered?

UEL 284S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 September 1977.

Is UEL 284S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEL 284S shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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