MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,563 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded sill end cap , (2.4.G.1)
light corrosion appearing to most under body components, but not structural.
Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded sill end cap , (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
light corrosion appearing to most under body components, but not structural.
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Slight fluffing to nearside front seat belt
slight corrosion at nearside and offside rear inner sills.
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire?
Based on 69,541 MOT tests across 8,423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XHB 205T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 XHB 205T, 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
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What year was XHB 205T registered?
XHB 205T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 October 1978.
Is XHB 205T safe to buy?
The MOT history for XHB 205T shows 6 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 XHB 205T have outstanding finance?
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