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PJO 948T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,893 mi
Last recorded49,893 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJO 948T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 49,893 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 49,880 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 49,827 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 49,794 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 49,769 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 49,724 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 49,685 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 49,661 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 49,603 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 49,541 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 49,396 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 49,266 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 Mar 2010 49,266 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2009 48,939 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 48,939 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 48,542 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 48,396 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 46,531 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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PJO 948T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PJO 948T, 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

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What year was PJO 948T registered?

PJO 948T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is PJO 948T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJO 948T shows 18 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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