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TMT 816S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,464 mi
Last recorded74,464 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2012
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMT 816S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2012 74,464 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 74,306 miles

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

nearside front antiroll link washer missing

nearside rear tie rod bolt loose

Pass 19 Aug 2010 73,879 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front suspension trunnion has slight play

nearside rear shock absorber bushes perished

Fail 9 Aug 2010 73,878 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front suspension trunnion has slight play

nearside rear shock absorber bushes perished

Pass 14 May 2009 73,719 miles

Fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 27 Apr 2009 73,718 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fuel tank cap rubber seal slightly perished

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 30 May 2006 73,216 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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TMT 816S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 TMT 816S, 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 TMT 816S?

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What year was TMT 816S registered?

TMT 816S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 February 1978.

Is TMT 816S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMT 816S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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