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ATU 760W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,380 mi
Last recorded64,380 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATU 760W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2022 64,380 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 64,191 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 64,187 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 64,021 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 64,005 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 63,981 miles

play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 8 Sep 2014 63,860 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 63,838 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 63,788 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 63,786 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 63,668 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 63,658 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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ATU 760W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 ATU 760W, 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 45 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 ATU 760W?

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What year was ATU 760W registered?

ATU 760W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 June 1981.

Is ATU 760W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATU 760W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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