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UMU 27S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,506 mi
Last recorded35,506 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMU 27S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 35,506 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 35,439 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 35,367 miles

ADVISE Surface corrosion on chassis rails and floor area

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,339 miles

ADVISE Surface corrosion on vehicle floor and chassis rails

Pass 16 Apr 2015 35,307 miles

ADVISE Surface corrosion on vehicle underbody and chassis rails

Pass 31 Mar 2014 35,129 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 34,969 miles

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

surface corrosion on under floor and chassis rails

Pass 16 Mar 2012 34,766 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 34,670 miles

STEEL BRAKE PIPES SURFACE RUST.

Pass 10 Mar 2010 34,621 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 34,422 miles

slight bind on both front brakes

surface corrosion on all metal brake pipes

surface corrosion on chassis rails and out/riggers

Fail 25 Mar 2008 34,269 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 34,269 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 34,028 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 33,768 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 33,768 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

UNABLE TO CHECK HEADLAMP AIM DUE TO HEADLAMPS NOT WORKING

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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UMU 27S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UMU 27S, 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

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What year was UMU 27S registered?

UMU 27S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 May 1978.

Is UMU 27S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMU 27S shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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