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DGW 429T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,756 mi
Last recorded56,756 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGW 429T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 56,756 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 56,501 miles

Battery loose, but not insecure

Pass 11 Aug 2016 56,392 miles

Oil leaking onto exhaust

Pass 27 Aug 2015 130,289 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 55,910 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2012 55,737 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 55,343 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 May 2010 54,574 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 23 May 2008 52,664 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 51,483 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 51,481 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 49,611 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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DGW 429T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DGW 429T, 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

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What year was DGW 429T registered?

DGW 429T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DGW 429T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGW 429T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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