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983 UYA

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,891 mi
Last recorded73,891 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration983 UYA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 73,891 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 72,915 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 72,000 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2015 71,995 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2014 71,108 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 71,031 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2013 71,031 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 70,612 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 70,039 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

front brake discs pitted/worn

Pass 13 May 2010 69,800 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 69,446 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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983 UYA is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 983 UYA, 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 983 UYA registered?

983 UYA is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is 983 UYA safe to buy?

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