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AOF 525T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,672 mi
Last recorded9,672 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOF 525T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 9,672 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 9,550 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 9,359 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement links running at incorrect angle (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exh clamp loose (7.1.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear shocks feel soft? (2.7.3)

Fail 12 May 2016 9,356 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement links running at incorrect angle (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exh clamp loose (7.1.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear shocks feel soft? (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 9,190 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

osf brake binding slightly

Pass 23 May 2012 9,078 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 5,683 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 5,274 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 5,274 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 4,567 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 2,468 miles

side movement h/brakr lever † †o/s/r run out h/brake

Fail 25 Apr 2007 2,468 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

h/brake lever some side movement

mis fire on one of plugs?

o/s/r runout hand and foot brake

Pass 6 May 2006 2,378 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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AOF 525T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AOF 525T, 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 AOF 525T registered?

AOF 525T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is AOF 525T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOF 525T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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