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BPE 45T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

5,405 mi
Last recorded5,405 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPE 45T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 5,405 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 4,147 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 3,743 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 2,832 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 2,114 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 1,449 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 1,334 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 574 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 98,343 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 96,440 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 94,464 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 92,331 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 90,172 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 88,308 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 87,060 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 85,724 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 84,109 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 81,689 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 79,717 miles

sligt binding on 0/s/r brake

Pass 2 May 2007 77,476 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2007 77,476 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2006 76,561 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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BPE 45T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BPE 45T, 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 BPE 45T registered?

BPE 45T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 March 1979.

Is BPE 45T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPE 45T shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BPE 45T have outstanding finance?

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