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XCP 933R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,481 mi
Last recorded51,481 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCP 933R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 51,481 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 51,481 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 51,438 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 51,328 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 51,242 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission drain plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 51,067 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 50,847 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 50,715 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 50,589 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 50,572 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 50,327 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 50,042 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 49,741 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 49,619 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 49,612 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 49,589 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 49,570 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 49,552 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 49,542 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 49,444 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 49,367 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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XCP 933R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XCP 933R, 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 XCP 933R registered?

XCP 933R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is XCP 933R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCP 933R shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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