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XFA 199X

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,912 mi
Last recorded74,912 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2007
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFA 199X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2007 74,912 miles

O/S/R inner wheel arch corroded.

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 74,840 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 74,837 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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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XFA 199X is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XFA 199X, 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 XFA 199X?

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What year was XFA 199X registered?

XFA 199X is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is XFA 199X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFA 199X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XFA 199X have outstanding finance?

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