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TAP 565R

1992 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,737 mi
Last recorded38,737 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 1992 Triumph Spitfire72,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAP 565R
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 38,737 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 38,548 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 38,372 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 38,228 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 37,866 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 37,076 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 36,651 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 35,967 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 33,949 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2005 35,326 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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TAP 565R is a 1992 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1992 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 72,834 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 TAP 565R, 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 34 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 TAP 565R?

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What year was TAP 565R registered?

TAP 565R is a 1992 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 July 1992.

Is TAP 565R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAP 565R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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