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UMW 620T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,810 mi
Last recorded79,810 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMW 620T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 79,810 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 76,718 miles

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

some corrosion to under side of vehicle not holed or excessive at tiome of test ,some patches of fibreglass covering welding repairs // feels solid !

Fail 22 Oct 2009 76,718 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

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

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

some corrosion to under side of vehicle not holed or excessive at tiome of test ,some patches of fibreglass covering welding repairs // feels solid !

Pass 7 Aug 2008 76,054 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

nearside rear lower panel has excessive corrosion but not within a prescribed area

Pass 22 May 2007 74,350 miles

extensive welding repairs to chassis and floorpan

Fail 21 May 2007 74,350 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2006 73,921 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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UMW 620T 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 UMW 620T, 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 UMW 620T?

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What year was UMW 620T registered?

UMW 620T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is UMW 620T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMW 620T 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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