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PTA 756W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,892 mi
Last recorded65,892 miles
Recorded on5 May 2010
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTA 756W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2010 65,892 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 May 2010 65,892 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 58,051 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 49,607 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 40,764 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 33,125 miles

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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PTA 756W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PTA 756W, 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

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What year was PTA 756W registered?

PTA 756W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 May 1981.

Is PTA 756W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTA 756W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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