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ADT 834T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,805 mi
Last recorded97,805 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADT 834T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2011 97,805 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

fuel cap seal detteriorating

slight play o/s/r hub top bush

Pass 22 Jul 2010 97,749 miles

slight wear both lower steering swivel joints

Pass 13 Jun 2009 97,603 miles

slight wear front lower trunion arms

Pass 1 Nov 2007 97,459 miles

fuel cap seal in poor condition still effictive

middle exhaust support secured with wire

slight play in both lower steering trunion joints

Pass 27 Sep 2006 96,863 miles

Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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ADT 834T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ADT 834T, 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 ADT 834T?

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What year was ADT 834T registered?

ADT 834T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 February 1979.

Is ADT 834T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADT 834T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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