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RPF 355X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,097 mi
Last recorded63,097 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2010
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPF 355X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2010 63,097 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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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RPF 355X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RPF 355X, 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 RPF 355X registered?

RPF 355X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is RPF 355X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPF 355X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RPF 355X have outstanding finance?

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