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BNS 49X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,437 mi
Last recorded73,437 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNS 49X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 73,437 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 73,436 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2020 72,905 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 72,189 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 70,960 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 69,971 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 68,760 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 67,436 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 65,656 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 63,092 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 59,478 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 57,605 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 57,604 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 55,332 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 55,318 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 54,975 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 54,212 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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BNS 49X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BNS 49X, 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

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What year was BNS 49X registered?

BNS 49X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is BNS 49X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNS 49X shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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