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Triumph Spitfire

Yellow · Petrol · 1981 · 1,493 cc

2046 SMMOT history

2046 SM is a yellow petrol Triumph Spitfire first used on 24 Mar 1981. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 80,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
80,965 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2046 SM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Triumph
Model
Spitfire
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
1981
First used
24 Mar 1981
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2046 SM was last recorded at 80,965 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 1,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jul 2005: 65,870 miles, lower than 67,580 miles on 20 Jul 2005.
  • 12 Aug 2013: 65,829 miles, lower than 67,829 miles on 7 Aug 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,337 miles · 31 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,628 miles
Average per year
635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,965 miles
  • 2024 – 79,337 miles
  • 2023 – 78,676 miles
  • 2022 – 77,538 miles
  • 2021 – 76,156 miles
  • 2020 – 75,225 miles
  • 2019 – 73,926 miles
  • 2018 – 72,480 miles
  • 2017 – 71,009 miles
  • 2016 – 70,446 miles
  • 2015 – 69,619 miles
  • 2014 – 68,903 miles
  • 2013 – 65,829 miles
  • 2012 – 67,390 miles
  • 2011 – 67,151 miles
  • 2010 – 66,919 miles
  • 2009 – 66,713 miles
  • 2008 – 66,624 miles
  • 2007 – 66,476 miles
  • 2006 – 66,192 miles
  • 2005 – 65,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,965 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,965 miles (+1,628)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    80,965 miles
    Test number
    144411230345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,337 miles (+661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,337 miles
    Test number
    251953992942
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass78,676 miles (+1,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    78,676 miles
    Test number
    749516813369
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass77,538 miles (+1,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    77,538 miles
    Test number
    462448441593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,156 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    76,156 miles
    Test number
    701885135233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail76,156 miles (+931)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,156 miles
    Test number
    507377995178
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass75,225 miles (+1,299)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,225 miles
    Test number
    631351470866
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass73,926 miles (+1,446)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,926 miles
    Test number
    599987503120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,480 miles
    Test number
    547549901383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,480 miles (+1,471)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,480 miles
    Test number
    362053473089
    • DangerousOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass71,009 miles (+563)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    71,009 miles
    Test number
    744396888292
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened rusty (2.4.B.1a)

  12. Pass70,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    70,446 miles
    Test number
    452960430939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,446 miles (+827)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,446 miles
    Test number
    193972312210
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass69,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,619 miles
    Test number
    365352315441
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail69,619 miles (+716)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,619 miles
    Test number
    317608605435
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass68,903 miles (+3,074)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    68,903 miles
    Test number
    539303324231
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion offside front bonnet and kick panel

  17. Pass65,829 miles (-2,000)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,829 miles
    Test number
    188864423279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,829 miles (+439)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,829 miles
    Test number
    289729713226
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  19. Pass67,390 miles (+239)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,390 miles
    Test number
    789500332290
    • NoteN/S/REAR DRIVE SHAFT INNER JOINT SLIGHT PLAY
    • NoteVERY SLIGHT PLAY N/S/F UPPER TRUNNION

  20. Pass67,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,151 miles
    Test number
    439054311259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail67,151 miles (+232)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,151 miles
    Test number
    638124611280
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass66,919 miles (+206)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,919 miles
    Test number
    573655030275
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteDRIVERS DOOR MIRROR VERY SLIGHTLY LOOSE

  23. Pass66,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,713 miles
    Test number
    720988839237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,713 miles (+89)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,713 miles
    Test number
    831686529215
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass66,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    66,624 miles
    Test number
    241211138261
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Fail66,624 miles (+148)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,624 miles
    Test number
    474481538273
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass66,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    66,476 miles
    Test number
    791399427212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  28. Fail66,476 miles (+284)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,476 miles
    Test number
    393645927213
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  29. Pass66,192 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    66,192 miles
    Test number
    330302016219
    • NoteOFFSIDE DRIVESHAFT U/J HAS SLIGHT PLAY ---OFFSIDE FRONT QUARTER PANEL CORRODED

  30. Fail66,192 miles (+322)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,192 miles
    Test number
    744563016246
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteOFFSIDE DRIVESHAFT U/J HAS SLIGHT PLAY ---OFFSIDE FRONT QUARTER PANEL CORRODED

  31. Pass65,870 miles (-1,710)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    65,870 miles
    Test number
    951401515250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail67,580 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,580 miles
    Test number
    542131205212
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about 2046 SM

What vehicle is registration 2046 SM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2046 SM on a yellow petrol Triumph Spitfire first used on 24 Mar 1981. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2046 SM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2046 SM is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2046 SM?
The MOT on 2046 SM is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2046 SM done?
2046 SM was recorded at 80,965 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 635 miles a year.
Has 2046 SM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2046 SM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on 2046 SM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 30 Jul 2005. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 2046 SM find?
2046 SM passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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