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DTU 628S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

20,197 mi
Last recorded20,197 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTU 628S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 20,197 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 17,312 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 15,089 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 12,437 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 9,636 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 7,671 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 5,025 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 1,827 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 98,048 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 94,056 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 89,959 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 89,955 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 87,396 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 84,932 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 83,946 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 82,837 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 81,426 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 80,412 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 79,315 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 78,041 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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DTU 628S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DTU 628S, 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

How do I check the history of DTU 628S?

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What year was DTU 628S registered?

DTU 628S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 June 1978.

Is DTU 628S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTU 628S shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DTU 628S have outstanding finance?

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