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XSD 498T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

87,629 mi
Last recorded87,629 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSD 498T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 87,629 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 87,471 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 87,463 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2014 87,405 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 87,405 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 87,162 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 86,996 miles

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 86,996 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 86,874 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 86,249 miles

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

both rear tyres perrished but not showing cords

coolant leak form coolant pipe

Fail 28 Jun 2010 86,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres perrished but not showing cords

coolant leak form coolant pipe

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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XSD 498T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 XSD 498T, 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 XSD 498T registered?

XSD 498T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 August 1978.

Is XSD 498T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSD 498T shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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