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YOA 998T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

73,438 mi
Last recorded73,438 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOA 998T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 73,438 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 73,438 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 73,438 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 73,438 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2013 73,438 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 73,438 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 73,414 miles

corrosion nearside footwell

corrosion offside footwell

fuel pipe from pump to carbs. chaffing on body

Fail 14 Aug 2008 734,141 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

corrosion nearside footwell

corrosion offside footwell

fuel pipe from pump to carbs. chaffing on body

Pass 10 Aug 2007 73,276 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 73,129 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 73,129 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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YOA 998T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 YOA 998T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YOA 998T registered?

YOA 998T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 February 1979.

Is YOA 998T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOA 998T shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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