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WUK 865T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

56,105 mi
Last recorded56,105 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUK 865T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 56,105 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 56,105 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2018 56,103 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 56,074 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 55,386 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 54,091 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 60,235 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 51,112 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 47,018 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 46,645 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 46,645 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 43,405 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 42,962 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 42,755 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 42,510 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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WUK 865T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WUK 865T, 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 WUK 865T?

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What year was WUK 865T registered?

WUK 865T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 September 1978.

Is WUK 865T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUK 865T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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