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LTU 732T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,965 mi
Last recorded24,965 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTU 732T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2023 24,965 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

signs of welding repairs to floor pans on car all satisfactory chassis all good no signs of welding rattle from engine compartment

Pass 25 Jun 2018 24,593 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rack boot (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Wheel bearing has slight play possible adjustment required (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 24,490 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2017 24,484 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint nut is loose (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 21,182 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight engine oil leak

Fail 25 Sep 2015 21,182 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded trailing arm (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2014 18,853 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 18,663 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 18,461 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 18,140 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 17,775 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 17,103 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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LTU 732T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LTU 732T, 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

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What year was LTU 732T registered?

LTU 732T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 April 1979.

Is LTU 732T safe to buy?

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