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YOG 620T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,938 mi
Last recorded55,938 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOG 620T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 55,938 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Jul 2017 55,931 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Jul 2016 55,317 miles

Oil leak ()

brakes only just passed performance

Pass 15 Jul 2015 54,894 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 53,978 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 53,521 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 53,050 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 52,535 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 52,535 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 52,001 miles

Offside front suspension lower trunion slightly worn

Steering column lower rubber coupling slightly worn

Pass 17 Mar 2009 51,265 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 51,265 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 51,010 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 50,445 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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YOG 620T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 YOG 620T, 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

How do I check the history of YOG 620T?

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What year was YOG 620T registered?

YOG 620T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 February 1979.

Is YOG 620T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOG 620T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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