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APL 454T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

39,919 mi
Last recorded39,919 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2011
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPL 454T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2011 39,919 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

small hole in n/s sill too floor

stearing overal getting stiff

Fail 12 Sep 2011 39,919 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

small hole in n/s sill too floor

stearing overal getting stiff

Fail 4 May 2010 39,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Steering wheel locking device missing (2.1.6)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

clutch slave cylinder leaking

drivers and passengers seats are insucure

exhuast touching body

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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APL 454T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 APL 454T, 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 APL 454T registered?

APL 454T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is APL 454T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APL 454T shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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