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OUX 113X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,796 mi
Last recorded9,796 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUX 113X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 9,796 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 9,688 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 9,637 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 9,549 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 9,169 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 9,164 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 9,161 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 9,121 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 89,442 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 8,802 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 8,802 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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OUX 113X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Red 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 OUX 113X, 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 OUX 113X?

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What year was OUX 113X registered?

OUX 113X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 December 1981.

Is OUX 113X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUX 113X 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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