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YDU 603S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,507 mi
Last recorded92,507 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDU 603S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2017 92,507 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 92,404 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2015 92,320 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 92,184 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 92,059 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 91,944 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 91,518 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 91,136 miles

o/s front lower trunion slight play

o/s rear brake slightly binding

Pass 11 Jun 2009 90,495 miles

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 89,719 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 89,236 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 87,896 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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YDU 603S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YDU 603S, 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 YDU 603S?

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What year was YDU 603S registered?

YDU 603S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 12 April 1978.

Is YDU 603S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDU 603S shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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