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WPA 87S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,261 mi
Last recorded3,261 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPA 87S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 3,261 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2019 2,994 miles

General corrosion

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 2,602 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 2,596 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 2,500 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 2,500 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 2,496 miles

Body has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 2,275 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jul 2014 1,748 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 1,748 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 1,501 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 1,020 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 698 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 445 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 445 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 May 2009 100,010 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 99,996 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2008 98,619 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2007 97,346 miles

Nearside Front 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 3 May 2006 95,992 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 95,950 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

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

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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WPA 87S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 WPA 87S, 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 WPA 87S registered?

WPA 87S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 March 1978.

Is WPA 87S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPA 87S shows 21 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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