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BKL 918T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,131 mi
Last recorded51,131 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKL 918T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2025 51,131 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 49,607 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 49,595 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 49,323 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 48,930 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 48,538 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 48,324 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 47,865 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 47,490 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 46,955 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 46,644 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 46,067 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 45,459 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 45,090 miles

Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

oil leak

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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BKL 918T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BKL 918T, 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 BKL 918T?

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What year was BKL 918T registered?

BKL 918T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is BKL 918T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKL 918T shows 14 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 BKL 918T have outstanding finance?

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