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PPT 28T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,839 mi
Last recorded80,839 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPT 28T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 80,839 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 80,829 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 May 2015 80,272 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 80,272 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 80,209 miles

transmission slight seepage

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear diff slight seepage

Pass 1 Apr 2009 80,168 miles

hand brake lever close to maximum extention

slight play in o/s/f lower trunnion

Pass 31 May 2007 80,064 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 80,052 miles

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

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 79,981 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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PPT 28T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PPT 28T, 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 PPT 28T registered?

PPT 28T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 June 1979.

Is PPT 28T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPT 28T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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