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MBU 791E

1985 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,606 mi
Last recorded97,606 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBU 791E
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 97,606 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 97,562 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2012 97,535 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 97,431 miles

Oil leak

n/s steering arm has slight play

Pass 9 Jul 2009 97,290 miles

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

O/S FRONT TYRE BADLY PERRISHED ON INNER WALL

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 96,784 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 96,324 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 95,766 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 95,766 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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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MBU 791E is a 1985 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MBU 791E, 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 41 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 MBU 791E?

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What year was MBU 791E registered?

MBU 791E is a 1985 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 April 1985.

Is MBU 791E safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBU 791E shows 9 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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