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TAY 774X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

39,559 mi
Last recorded39,559 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAY 774X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 39,559 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules 2 (3.6.B.4e)

much of structure has been patch repaired or has surface corrosion or has been heavily undersealed

Fail 9 May 2016 39,558 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules 2 (3.6.B.4e)

much of structure has been patch repaired or has surface corrosion or has been heavily undersealed

Pass 28 May 2014 39,406 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

general body condition is poor

much of underside is corroded and masked with thick underseal making a full inspection impossible

Fail 23 May 2014 39,403 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

general body condition is poor

much of underside is corroded and masked with thick underseal making a full inspection impossible

Pass 17 May 2013 38,976 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 38,815 miles

Oil leak

underbody has signs of corrosion

Fail 15 Jun 2012 38,815 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TAY 774X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 TAY 774X, 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 45 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 TAY 774X?

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What year was TAY 774X registered?

TAY 774X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is TAY 774X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAY 774X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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