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HAH 41T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,493 mi
Last recorded6,493 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAH 41T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 6,493 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Jan 2014 6,493 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 6,493 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 6,481 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 6,124 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 5,053 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 5,048 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 4,275 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 2,317 miles

n/s section of steering rack worn

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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HAH 41T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 HAH 41T, 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 47 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 HAH 41T registered?

HAH 41T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 May 1979.

Is HAH 41T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAH 41T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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