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BFP 524T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,791 mi
Last recorded28,791 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFP 524T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2018 28,791 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 27,291 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 25,070 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 23,447 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 21,862 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 20,383 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 19,160 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 17,532 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 15,753 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 13,179 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 10,649 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 9,121 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 7,519 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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BFP 524T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BFP 524T, 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 BFP 524T?

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What year was BFP 524T registered?

BFP 524T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 November 1978.

Is BFP 524T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFP 524T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFP 524T have outstanding finance?

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