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BNH 480X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,261 mi
Last recorded77,261 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNH 480X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 77,261 miles

Front registration plate damaged.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 May 2016 77,261 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both sides (1.8.A.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort Both sides (3.7.B.6a)

Front registration plate damaged.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 75,772 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 75,743 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 75,705 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 72,491 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 72,490 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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BNH 480X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BNH 480X, 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 BNH 480X?

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What year was BNH 480X registered?

BNH 480X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 August 1981.

Is BNH 480X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNH 480X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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