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XBO 282K

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,667 mi
Last recorded26,667 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBO 282K
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 26,667 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 22,051 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 21,816 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 21,216 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 21,216 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2016 21,144 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 21,144 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 21,131 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 21,110 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 21,070 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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XBO 282K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 XBO 282K, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBO 282K?

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What year was XBO 282K registered?

XBO 282K is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is XBO 282K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBO 282K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBO 282K have outstanding finance?

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