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YDB 63

1963 Triumph Spitfire

Silver Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,685 mi
Last recorded88,685 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 1963 Triumph Spitfire34,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDB 63
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1963
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2016 88,685 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front lower swivel has slight play

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight front exhaust leak

Pass 2 Apr 2015 88,147 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

genral under body corrotion

Pass 5 Mar 2014 87,401 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight imbalance on rear foot brake

Pass 25 Jan 2013 86,887 miles

slight inbalance on rear brakes.

Pass 14 Sep 2011 85,771 miles

offside and nearside front track rod end bushes starting to split

offside rear shock absorber top securing nut showing tread possibily may need attention

rear brakes slightly uneven

rear exhaust system fouling on chassis at rear

rear nearside flexi brake hose very close to leaf spring

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2010 85,160 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 84,440 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 83,879 miles

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

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in both front lower suspension joints

Pass 6 Aug 2007 82,858 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 81,872 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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YDB 63 is a 1963 Triumph Spitfire in Silver with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 34,208 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 YDB 63, 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 63 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YDB 63 registered?

YDB 63 is a 1963 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 May 1963.

Is YDB 63 safe to buy?

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