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LUF 550W

1981 Triumph Spitfire 1500

Green Other 1493cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire 150074,882 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUF 550W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire 1500
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,493cc
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How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?

Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 178
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 120
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Stop lamp not working 104
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LUF 550W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Green with a 1,493cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 74,882 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LUF 550W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUF 550W?

You can check the full history of LUF 550W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LUF 550W registered?

LUF 550W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 13 January 1981.

Is LUF 550W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUF 550W shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LUF 550W have outstanding finance?

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