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OWP 383T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,766 mi
Last recorded65,766 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWP 383T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 65,766 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s slightly more (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 65,478 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 64,762 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2017 64,235 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 64,104 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Jun 2015 63,854 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 63,470 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 63,191 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 62,845 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 62,844 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 62,324 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 61,459 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2009 60,777 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 60,120 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 59,512 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 58,878 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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OWP 383T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OWP 383T, 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 OWP 383T registered?

OWP 383T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 June 1979.

Is OWP 383T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWP 383T shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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