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AHE 523T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

62,425 mi
Last recorded62,425 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2007
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHE 523T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2007 62,425 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b) DANGEROUS

battery tray heavily corroded in bottom

both frontmost chassis outriggers corroded and holed but do not form part of main chassis

brake fluid slightly low , also very discoloured

brake hoses , rubber ageing and ferroules corroded

corrosion started generally on all underbody/floors etc becomming weak around rear suspension mounting points

n/s/r inner wheel arch ,small hole in boot

n/s/r tyre pressure low

o/s door mirror slightly loose

o/s/r boot floor , small hole/corrosion

seat tracks worn , seats slightly insecure

various body corrosion , heavy in places

wear in both front suspension lower trunions

wear on handbrake lever mechanism

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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AHE 523T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 AHE 523T, 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 AHE 523T registered?

AHE 523T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 March 1979.

Is AHE 523T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHE 523T shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AHE 523T have outstanding finance?

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