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XRU 172S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,080 mi
Last recorded51,080 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRU 172S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 51,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 50,190 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 50,190 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2024 49,355 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 48,431 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 47,342 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 46,301 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 45,731 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 44,760 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 44,345 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Aug 2016 43,900 miles

oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2015 43,365 miles

oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2014 42,840 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 42,218 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 41,584 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 41,356 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 17 Aug 2010 41,185 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 41,108 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 40,931 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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XRU 172S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 XRU 172S, 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 XRU 172S?

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What year was XRU 172S registered?

XRU 172S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 June 1978.

Is XRU 172S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRU 172S shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRU 172S have outstanding finance?

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