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LRX 348X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,932 mi
Last recorded66,932 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRX 348X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 66,932 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 65,041 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 65,040 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

hazard switch tell tale not working

Pass 15 Dec 2020 63,760 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 63,677 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 63,471 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 63,424 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 63,422 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 63,395 miles

slight play in steering column cuppling

Pass 22 Sep 2015 63,287 miles

slight wear steering column coupling

Pass 22 Sep 2014 63,161 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 62,928 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 62,764 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 62,497 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 62,200 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 61,790 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 61,425 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 60,953 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 60,519 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 60,519 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 60,153 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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LRX 348X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 LRX 348X, 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 45 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 LRX 348X?

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What year was LRX 348X registered?

LRX 348X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is LRX 348X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRX 348X shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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