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MSC 499T

1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,507 mi
Last recorded94,507 miles
Recorded on5 May 2009
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire 150075,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSC 499T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire 1500
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 May 2009 94,507 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 93,585 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 92,566 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 90,264 miles

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

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

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

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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MSC 499T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 75,185 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MSC 499T, 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 47 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 MSC 499T?

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What year was MSC 499T registered?

MSC 499T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 14 May 1979.

Is MSC 499T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSC 499T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MSC 499T have outstanding finance?

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