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FDE 611D

1998 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

59,172 mi
Last recorded59,172 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Spitfire13,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDE 611D
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2013 59,172 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.Ok at time of test.

Fail 30 Mar 2013 59,172 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.Ok at time of test.

Fail 14 Dec 2012 59,152 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge.Ok at time of test.

Fail 13 Dec 2012 59,152 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge.Ok at time of test.

Pass 24 Aug 2006 59,115 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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FDE 611D is a 1998 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 13,806 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 FDE 611D, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FDE 611D registered?

FDE 611D is a 1998 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is FDE 611D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDE 611D shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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