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UEW 804S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,974 mi
Last recorded56,974 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2012
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEW 804S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2012 56,974 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 56,974 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 56,612 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 55,695 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 55,689 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 55,485 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 55,601 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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UEW 804S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 UEW 804S, 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 UEW 804S?

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What year was UEW 804S registered?

UEW 804S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 April 1978.

Is UEW 804S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEW 804S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UEW 804S have outstanding finance?

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