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XGD 10S

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40 mi
Last recorded40 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGD 10S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 40 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 36 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 May 2015 99,767 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 99,568 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 99,190 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

boot floor is corroded and soft

nearside rear inner arch is soft

nearside rear wheel is binding slightly

offside front footwell is corroded and holed

Pass 17 May 2012 98,834 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 98,613 miles

nearside rear inner wheel arch soft

Pass 14 May 2010 38,228 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 38,227 miles

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

alt belt loose

fuel cap seal worn

off side front brake hose cracked

oil leak under engine

Pass 21 May 2009 97,821 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 97,821 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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XGD 10S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XGD 10S, 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 XGD 10S registered?

XGD 10S is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 August 1977.

Is XGD 10S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGD 10S shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XGD 10S have outstanding finance?

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