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HWR 486T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,213 mi
Last recorded75,213 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWR 486T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 75,213 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 74,637 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 73,900 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 73,563 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 73,095 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 72,460 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 72,460 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 72,328 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 71,849 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 71,769 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 71,624 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 71,425 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 70,988 miles

Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 25 May 2012 70,963 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 5 May 2011 68,000 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 68,285 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 68,076 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 67,954 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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HWR 486T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 HWR 486T, 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 48 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 HWR 486T?

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What year was HWR 486T registered?

HWR 486T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 August 1978.

Is HWR 486T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWR 486T shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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