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DWW 34T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,567 mi
Last recorded74,567 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWW 34T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 74,567 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 74,283 miles

oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2015 73,925 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 73,471 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 35,574 miles

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

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 35,291 miles

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2010 34,829 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 34,436 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 34,431 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 34,333 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 34,331 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Front anti-roll bar bushes starting to deteriorate

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

oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2006 34,003 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 34,003 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

general component surface corrosion.

n/s/f and o/s/f chassis outrigers damaged.

o/s/f chassis slight corrosion.

oil leak

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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DWW 34T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DWW 34T, 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 DWW 34T registered?

DWW 34T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is DWW 34T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWW 34T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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