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DYD 57T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

62,888 mi
Last recorded62,888 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYD 57T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 62,888 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 62,379 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 62,350 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 61,928 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 61,869 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 60,401 miles

nearside brake binding slightly

Fail 10 Jul 2009 60,401 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside brake binding slightly

Fail 11 Jul 2007 60,297 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Front brake imbalance close to limits. Rear brakes slightly imbalanced.

Pass 11 Jul 2007 60,297 miles

Front brake imbalance close to limits. Rear brakes slightly imbalanced.

Pass 11 Jul 2006 59,684 miles

brake fluid level low and on limits

engine oil leaks

front brake discs starting to corrode

front brake pads wearing low

rear diff oil leaks

slight play in both front inner rack joints

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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DYD 57T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DYD 57T, 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 DYD 57T?

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What year was DYD 57T registered?

DYD 57T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is DYD 57T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYD 57T shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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