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XEW 952T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,039 mi
Last recorded54,039 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEW 952T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 54,039 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 53,481 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 52,607 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 50,752 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 50,707 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 50,673 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 50,650 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 50,642 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 50,606 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 50,597 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 50,530 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f tyre perishing

slight play n/s steering rack end

Pass 4 Oct 2005 50,408 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

off side front outrigger is bent

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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XEW 952T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 XEW 952T, 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 47 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 XEW 952T?

You can check the full history of XEW 952T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XEW 952T registered?

XEW 952T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is XEW 952T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEW 952T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XEW 952T have outstanding finance?

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