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HNO 209T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

55,610 mi
Last recorded55,610 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNO 209T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2018 55,610 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 55,460 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 55,258 miles

slight movement asteering wheel suggested check nut

Fail 27 Oct 2016 55,258 miles

Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

slight movement asteering wheel suggested check nut

Pass 23 Sep 2015 54,954 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 54,367 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 54,296 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 54,287 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 54,281 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 54,273 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 53,792 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 53,782 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 53,777 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 53,777 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 53,634 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 53,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 53,487 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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HNO 209T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HNO 209T, 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 HNO 209T?

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What year was HNO 209T registered?

HNO 209T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 June 1979.

Is HNO 209T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNO 209T shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HNO 209T have outstanding finance?

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