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APD 334T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,518 mi
Last recorded16,518 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPD 334T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 16,518 miles

brake pipes corroded

chassis rails corroded

oil leak gearbox

rear tyres worn close to limit 1,6 mm

sills corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2021 13,627 miles

steering column loose

Pass 19 Apr 2019 12,320 miles

floors and chassis rails rusted

Pass 6 Apr 2018 9,634 miles

trackrodend rubbers perished

Fail 30 Mar 2018 9,364 miles

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

trackrodend rubbers perished

Pass 6 Oct 2016 6,657 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 6,623 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 6,592 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 6,571 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 6,487 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 6,447 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 6,413 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 6,413 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 6,401 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 6,384 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 6,348 miles

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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APD 334T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 APD 334T, 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 48 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 APD 334T?

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What year was APD 334T registered?

APD 334T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 25 November 1978.

Is APD 334T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APD 334T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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