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YRN 457R

1977 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,657 mi
Last recorded3,657 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Spitfire60,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRN 457R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 3,657 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 3,554 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 3,554 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 3,554 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 3,554 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 3,554 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 3,554 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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YRN 457R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 YRN 457R, 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 YRN 457R?

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What year was YRN 457R registered?

YRN 457R is a 1977 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 July 1977.

Is YRN 457R safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRN 457R shows 7 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.

Does YRN 457R have outstanding finance?

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