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JGR 493T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

51,714 mi
Last recorded51,714 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGR 493T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 51,714 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 50,575 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Jun 2017 50,572 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 May 2016 49,352 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 48,460 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 47,967 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 47,744 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 47,099 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 46,421 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2010 46,388 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 46,388 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 May 2009 46,042 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 45,283 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 10 May 2007 44,734 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 44,719 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 May 2006 44,360 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 44,327 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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JGR 493T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 JGR 493T, 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 JGR 493T?

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What year was JGR 493T registered?

JGR 493T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is JGR 493T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGR 493T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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