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BMX 324T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,830 mi
Last recorded92,830 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMX 324T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 92,830 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 May 2010 92,261 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2009 91,283 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 90,403 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 90,403 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 May 2007 88,450 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 88,236 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 83,393 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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BMX 324T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 BMX 324T, 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 47 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 BMX 324T registered?

BMX 324T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 January 1979.

Is BMX 324T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMX 324T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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