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NHE 835X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,322 mi
Last recorded95,322 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHE 835X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2020 95,322 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jul 2019 95,014 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Trunnion has slight play

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 94,970 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2018 94,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 94,807 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 94,795 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 94,775 miles

Play in nearside front lower trunion

Pass 9 Apr 2010 92,621 miles

play in nearside front wheel bearing

play in offside front lower trunion

play in offside of steering rack

Pass 5 Jun 2009 92,300 miles

movement in offside front lower trunion

play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 26 Apr 2008 91,803 miles

nearside seat belt freyed

play in both front wheel bearings

play in offside front lower trunion

Pass 22 Jan 2007 91,298 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

play in both front wheel bearings

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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NHE 835X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Blue 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 NHE 835X, 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 NHE 835X?

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What year was NHE 835X registered?

NHE 835X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 24 August 1981.

Is NHE 835X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHE 835X 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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