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SBW 471T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,729 mi
Last recorded13,729 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBW 471T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2018 13,729 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 11,449 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 8,753 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 6,760 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 4,727 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 102,175 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 99,883 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 11 Mar 2011 97,700 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear wheel binding slightly

Pass 10 Mar 2010 95,179 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 92,055 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 89,012 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 86,970 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 85,338 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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SBW 471T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SBW 471T, 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

How do I check the history of SBW 471T?

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What year was SBW 471T registered?

SBW 471T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is SBW 471T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBW 471T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBW 471T have outstanding finance?

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