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RDL 739X

1982 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,075 mi
Last recorded89,075 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2011
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDL 739X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2011 89,075 miles

very slight play in offside track rod end. boot also split

Fail 11 Aug 2011 89,075 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

very slight play in offside track rod end. boot also split

Pass 13 Aug 2010 88,956 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

n/s front floor to sill corroded and hole

Fail 13 Aug 2010 88,956 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

n/s front floor to sill corroded and hole

Pass 13 Aug 2009 88,317 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front number plate is not fully vertical

Fail 10 Aug 2009 88,317 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front number plate is not fully vertical

Pass 6 Aug 2008 87,668 miles

corrossion patch on n/s rear floor section where n/s rear tie bar bracket is fastened

n/s front wheel bearing has play in it

Pass 2 Aug 2007 86,517 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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RDL 739X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,815 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 RDL 739X, 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 44 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 RDL 739X?

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What year was RDL 739X registered?

RDL 739X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 March 1982.

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