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VVC 351S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

29,912 mi
Last recorded29,912 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVC 351S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 29,912 miles

areas of slight corrosion

borderline play in osf trunion and steering rack

Pass 3 Jun 2017 29,420 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Slight play in offside front inner tie rod

Pass 28 Jun 2016 28,841 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2015 28,580 miles

slight play in steering both sides.n/sr brake binding slightly.slight corrosion to o/sr floor to sill

Pass 10 May 2014 28,100 miles

slight play in steering and front wheel bearings.

Pass 22 May 2013 27,276 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 26,438 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 26,428 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 25,386 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 23,664 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 23,655 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 May 2009 21,404 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 19,206 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 May 2007 17,518 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

small pin hole in offside steering rack gaiter

Pass 6 May 2006 15,250 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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VVC 351S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VVC 351S, 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 VVC 351S registered?

VVC 351S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 August 1977.

Is VVC 351S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVC 351S 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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