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AMT 640T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,933 mi
Last recorded52,933 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMT 640T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 52,933 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 52,912 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 52,715 miles

NO DUST CAPS FITTED TO FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS

Fail 21 Apr 2011 52,715 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 1 May 2008 52,712 miles

no grease caps fitted to front hub

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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AMT 640T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red 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 AMT 640T, 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 AMT 640T?

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What year was AMT 640T registered?

AMT 640T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 June 1979.

Is AMT 640T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMT 640T 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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