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XRG 500T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Grey Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

26,039 mi
Last recorded26,039 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRG 500T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 26,039 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 26,012 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake pad upper retainer missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 22,976 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front top brake pad retainer bolt missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 22,954 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength two parts corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front top brake pad retainer bolt missing

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 20,429 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 20,429 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2019 19,765 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

exhaust fouling body

Fail 15 Jan 2019 19,761 miles

Brake performance not tested due to level of rear binding (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected footwell area (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission both gearbox and rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

exhaust fouling body

Pass 14 Nov 2017 18,141 miles

Lighting switch has only one position

Nearside Rear Lower trunion has slight play

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play Trunion (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Lower trunion has slight play

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Nov 2017 18,141 miles

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

Lighting switch has only one position

Nearside Rear Lower trunion has slight play

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play Trunion (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Lower trunion has slight play

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Dec 2016 18,035 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush at kingpin (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush at kingpin (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 17,886 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 17,876 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 May 2013 17,480 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 May 2012 14,991 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 14,991 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 14,902 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2010 14,902 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 14,890 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 14,890 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 14,660 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 14,644 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 14,644 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 27 Jun 2006 14,629 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 14,629 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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XRG 500T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Grey with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 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 XRG 500T, 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.

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XRG 500T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 June 1979.

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