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XAY 995S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,833 mi
Last recorded67,833 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAY 995S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2018 67,833 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 67,720 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 67,588 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 67,575 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 67,513 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 67,466 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 67,286 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 67,260 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 67,038 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 66,908 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 66,777 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 66,601 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 66,245 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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XAY 995S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 XAY 995S, 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 XAY 995S?

You can check the full history of XAY 995S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XAY 995S registered?

XAY 995S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is XAY 995S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAY 995S shows 13 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 XAY 995S have outstanding finance?

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