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FRW 818T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

45,939 mi
Last recorded45,939 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRW 818T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 45,939 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 45,935 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 45,469 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 45,100 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn slight play in trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 43,982 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 43,308 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 43,308 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 42,532 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 41,500 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 40,272 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 40,261 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 38,743 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 38,737 miles

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

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

All tyres old and need replacing.

front brake starting to show a little imbalance.

Pass 12 Oct 2012 38,267 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 38,044 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 37,800 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 37,792 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight wear in nearside lower trunion

Pass 3 Jun 2009 37,093 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 36,823 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 36,626 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 36,338 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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FRW 818T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FRW 818T, 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 FRW 818T?

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What year was FRW 818T registered?

FRW 818T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is FRW 818T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRW 818T shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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