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MBL 722X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,366 mi
Last recorded5,366 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBL 722X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 5,366 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 4,332 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 3,090 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 3,009 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2017 2,252 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 2,186 miles

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

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

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 1,260 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 146 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 98,724 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 97,679 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 97,645 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2013 97,622 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 37,373 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 97,203 miles

Front of near side sill starting to show corrosion.

Pass 30 Jun 2010 96,836 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 95,813 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Jul 2009 95,813 miles

Oil leak

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 94,810 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 94,419 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 94,114 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 94,114 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MBL 722X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MBL 722X, 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 MBL 722X?

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What year was MBL 722X registered?

MBL 722X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 August 1981.

Is MBL 722X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBL 722X shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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