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PEA 8X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

83,530 mi
Last recorded83,530 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEA 8X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 83,530 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 83,509 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 7.2% limit 4.5% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Valve stem seriously damaged ALL 4 (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 83,197 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 83,143 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 83,094 miles

Nearside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 83,000 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 83,000 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 82,870 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 82,870 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp bad earth (1.2.1f)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 82,723 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 82,723 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 82,367 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 82,367 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 82,152 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 82,117 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 81,859 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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PEA 8X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 PEA 8X, 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 PEA 8X?

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What year was PEA 8X registered?

PEA 8X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 September 1981.

Is PEA 8X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEA 8X shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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