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KBT 121S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,166 mi
Last recorded77,166 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBT 121S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 77,166 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 77,158 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 77,123 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 77,123 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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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KBT 121S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KBT 121S, 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 KBT 121S?

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What year was KBT 121S registered?

KBT 121S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is KBT 121S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBT 121S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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