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BKX 315X

1982 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

69,054 mi
Last recorded69,054 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKX 315X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2021 69,054 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 68,688 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 68,215 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 66,756 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 65,955 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 65,379 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 64,916 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 64,606 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 64,214 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 63,332 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 62,979 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 60,674 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 60,266 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 59,492 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 59,447 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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BKX 315X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,815 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 BKX 315X, 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 44 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 BKX 315X registered?

BKX 315X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 8 April 1982.

Is BKX 315X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKX 315X shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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