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SPN 65X

1982 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,826 mi
Last recorded14,826 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2007
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPN 65X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2007 14,826 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 12,037 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 12,037 miles

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

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

coolant leaking

engine front pulley loose.

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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SPN 65X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SPN 65X, 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 SPN 65X?

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What year was SPN 65X registered?

SPN 65X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 3 March 1982.

Is SPN 65X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPN 65X shows 3 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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