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WRX 517T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,040 mi
Last recorded4,040 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRX 517T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2018 4,040 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2016 3,572 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 3,198 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 2,743 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 2,394 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 2,274 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 1,918 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 1,804 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 923 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 309 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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WRX 517T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WRX 517T, 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 WRX 517T?

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What year was WRX 517T registered?

WRX 517T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 12 September 1978.

Is WRX 517T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRX 517T shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WRX 517T have outstanding finance?

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