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A91 HHP

1983 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,051 mi
Last recorded40,051 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1983 Triumph Spitfire64,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA91 HHP
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 40,051 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jun 2017 39,921 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 39,758 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 39,699 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 30 May 2013 39,450 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 39,450 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 93,433 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 39,333 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 39,331 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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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A91 HHP is a 1983 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 64,063 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 A91 HHP, 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 43 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 A91 HHP?

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What year was A91 HHP registered?

A91 HHP is a 1983 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A91 HHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A91 HHP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A91 HHP have outstanding finance?

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