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HGF 728T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,692 mi
Last recorded87,692 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGF 728T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 87,692 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 85,759 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 85,296 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 84,712 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 82,800 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 78,246 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 73,165 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 66,153 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2008 60,670 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 60,670 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 53,421 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 53,421 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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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HGF 728T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HGF 728T, 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

How do I check the history of HGF 728T?

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What year was HGF 728T registered?

HGF 728T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is HGF 728T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGF 728T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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