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VUX 144S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,842 mi
Last recorded40,842 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUX 144S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 40,842 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 40,482 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 39,428 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 39,194 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 39,190 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 39,190 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 39,062 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 39,058 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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)

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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VUX 144S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VUX 144S, 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 VUX 144S?

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What year was VUX 144S registered?

VUX 144S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is VUX 144S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUX 144S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VUX 144S have outstanding finance?

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