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TAE 26S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,050 mi
Last recorded27,050 miles
Recorded on10 May 2011
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAE 26S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2011 27,050 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 27,000 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 21,939 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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TAE 26S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 TAE 26S, 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 48 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 TAE 26S?

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What year was TAE 26S registered?

TAE 26S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 May 1978.

Is TAE 26S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAE 26S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAE 26S have outstanding finance?

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