MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,497 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
emissions near limits
Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
emissions near limits
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?
Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HGP 473T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 75,185 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 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGP 473T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of HGP 473T?
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What year was HGP 473T registered?
HGP 473T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 1 April 1979.
Is HGP 473T safe to buy?
The MOT history for HGP 473T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does HGP 473T have outstanding finance?
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