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VGB 81R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,184 mi
Last recorded94,184 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGB 81R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 94,184 miles

slight under body corrosion

sligtht dif oil leak

Fail 18 Jul 2026 94,182 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

slight under body corrosion

sligtht dif oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2025 93,805 miles

slight oil leak

slight under body corrosion

Pass 27 Jul 2024 93,498 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2023 93,307 miles

oil leak

under body corrosion

Pass 13 Aug 2022 93,126 miles

slight oil leak

slight under body corrosion

Pass 31 Jul 2021 92,960 miles

slight oil leak

slight under body corrosion

Pass 7 Aug 2020 92,795 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 92,644 miles

slight oil leak

slight under body corrosion

Pass 7 Aug 2018 92,260 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 91,820 miles

slight oil leak

slight oil leak from rear diff

underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Jul 2016 91,135 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 90,551 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 89,891 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 88,967 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2012 87,956 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2011 87,081 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jul 2011 87,081 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2010 86,159 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

various underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2009 84,923 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 83,292 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 82,079 miles

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

slight play stearing rack(offside)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 80,776 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 79,300 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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VGB 81R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VGB 81R, 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 VGB 81R?

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What year was VGB 81R registered?

VGB 81R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 June 1977.

Is VGB 81R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGB 81R shows 24 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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