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WNK 103S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,166 mi
Last recorded11,166 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNK 103S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 11,166 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 13 Jun 2014 10,962 miles

n/s/f brake binding slightly

parking brake lever assembley feels slightly loose

Fail 13 Jun 2014 10,962 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f brake binding slightly

parking brake lever assembley feels slightly loose

Pass 22 May 2013 10,932 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 10,912 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 10,908 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2011 10,836 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2010 10,736 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 10,484 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 10,462 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 10,458 miles

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

Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2007 10,364 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 10,195 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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WNK 103S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WNK 103S, 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 WNK 103S?

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What year was WNK 103S registered?

WNK 103S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is WNK 103S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNK 103S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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