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XOO 127S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,415 mi
Last recorded7,415 miles
Recorded on8 May 2024
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOO 127S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2024 7,415 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 5,522 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 1,972 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 384 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2018 368 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 99,000 miles

Front braded flexi hoses run close to suspension on full lock...advise reposition

Fail 26 Oct 2016 98,993 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint ball joint nut appears slightly loose (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front braded flexi hoses run close to suspension on full lock...advise reposition

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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XOO 127S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XOO 127S, 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 XOO 127S registered?

XOO 127S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 January 1978.

Is XOO 127S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOO 127S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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