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WYA 252R

1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,256 mi
Last recorded15,256 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire 150060,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYA 252R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire 1500
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 15,256 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 15,256 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 12,541 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 12,541 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 9,803 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float universal joint bushes (2.1.3)

Fail 5 Feb 2018 9,803 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float universal joint bushes (2.1.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 6,034 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 4,145 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 3,489 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?

Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 178
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 120
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Stop lamp not working 104
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WYA 252R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 60,431 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 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WYA 252R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WYA 252R?

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What year was WYA 252R registered?

WYA 252R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 25 July 1977.

Is WYA 252R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYA 252R shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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