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MPM 522W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,102 mi
Last recorded89,102 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPM 522W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 89,102 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 89,102 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 89,102 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 89,102 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 88,735 miles

diff leak

Pass 2 Feb 2015 87,659 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 87,075 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 85,588 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 85,463 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 85,413 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 85,413 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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MPM 522W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MPM 522W, 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 MPM 522W?

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What year was MPM 522W registered?

MPM 522W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 April 1981.

Is MPM 522W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPM 522W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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