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YDB 240T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

6,773 mi
Last recorded6,773 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDB 240T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 6,773 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Aug 2018 6,773 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 May 2017 6,656 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 6,411 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 6,274 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2013 6,063 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

slight play in steering swivels

Pass 27 Jun 2012 5,911 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 5,477 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 5,477 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

both front brakes slightly binding

gear box and engine oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2010 4,591 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 2,845 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Jun 2009 2,845 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2008 91,657 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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YDB 240T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YDB 240T, 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 YDB 240T registered?

YDB 240T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YDB 240T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDB 240T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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