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XHP 117S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,299 mi
Last recorded8,299 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHP 117S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 8,299 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 6,877 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 6,841 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 1,742 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 1,732 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2009 98,897 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 95,547 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 91,294 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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XHP 117S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XHP 117S, 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 XHP 117S?

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What year was XHP 117S registered?

XHP 117S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 January 1978.

Is XHP 117S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHP 117S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XHP 117S have outstanding finance?

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