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BUP 936W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,168 mi
Last recorded7,168 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2010
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUP 936W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2010 7,168 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 63,299 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 6,743 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 3,564 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 3,564 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion o/s/f panel

drivers footwell corroded

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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BUP 936W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 BUP 936W, 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 46 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 BUP 936W?

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What year was BUP 936W registered?

BUP 936W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 September 1980.

Is BUP 936W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUP 936W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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