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HYD 169T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,921 mi
Last recorded58,921 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYD 169T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 58,921 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 May 2014 58,272 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 57,676 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 57,676 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 May 2012 57,085 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 56,947 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 56,845 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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HYD 169T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HYD 169T, 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 HYD 169T?

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What year was HYD 169T registered?

HYD 169T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 27 April 1979.

Is HYD 169T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYD 169T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HYD 169T have outstanding finance?

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