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WGM 808T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

42,145 mi
Last recorded42,145 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGM 808T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2019 42,145 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 41,963 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

n/s/r tyre wearing thin

Pass 24 Aug 2017 41,793 miles

engine oil leak

n/s/r tyre wearing thin

Fail 24 Aug 2017 41,792 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine oil leak

n/s/r tyre wearing thin

Pass 4 Aug 2016 41,420 miles

engine oil leak

n/s/r tyre wearing low

Pass 27 Jul 2015 39,909 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 39,488 miles

o/s/f brake disc slight corrosion inner face

Pass 9 Aug 2013 39,231 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 39,182 miles

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

o/s/f brake disc inner face slight corrosion

Pass 8 Jul 2009 39,067 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 38,952 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 38,893 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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WGM 808T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WGM 808T, 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 WGM 808T registered?

WGM 808T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WGM 808T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGM 808T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WGM 808T have outstanding finance?

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