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BMX 373T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,903 mi
Last recorded32,903 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMX 373T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 32,903 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 32,785 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 32,719 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 32,719 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 32,680 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 32,678 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 32,604 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 32,582 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 32,560 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 32,558 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 32,483 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 32,416 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 32,409 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 32,407 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 32,189 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 31,913 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 373T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 373T, 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

How do I check the history of BMX 373T?

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What year was BMX 373T registered?

BMX 373T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 January 1979.

Is BMX 373T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMX 373T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BMX 373T have outstanding finance?

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