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TDN 589T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests12 (5 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate41.7%

Mileage

9,587 mi
Last recorded9,587 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDN 589T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2018 9,587 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected hole in body within 30 cms of master cylinder (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

car covered in under seal

Pass 29 Jun 2017 9,534 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 9,500 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 ()

hazard warning lights flashing faster the normal

Fail 23 Jun 2016 9,499 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill holed (5.2.6)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

hazard warning lights flashing faster the normal

Pass 11 Jun 2015 9,461 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

allternator does not seem to be charging

o/s inner sill has corrosion but not within 30cm of any parts

Fail 10 Jun 2015 9,461 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

allternator does not seem to be charging

o/s inner sill has corrosion but not within 30cm of any parts

Pass 26 Jun 2014 9,422 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Oil leak

vin number hard to read on vin plate

Fail 26 Jun 2014 9,419 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Oil leak

vin number hard to read on vin plate

Fail 27 Jul 2011 9,418 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2009 9,415 miles

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

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 9,247 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 9,247 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Oil leak

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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TDN 589T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 41.7%.

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 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 TDN 589T, 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 TDN 589T?

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What year was TDN 589T registered?

TDN 589T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is TDN 589T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDN 589T shows 12 tests with a 41.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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