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TEY 544T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,780 mi
Last recorded49,780 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEY 544T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 49,780 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 49,691 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 49,568 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 49,496 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 49,400 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 49,102 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 48,893 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 48,672 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 47,982 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 47,445 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 47,092 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 46,766 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 46,310 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 45,570 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 45,570 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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TEY 544T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 TEY 544T, 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 TEY 544T?

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What year was TEY 544T registered?

TEY 544T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 April 1979.

Is TEY 544T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEY 544T shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEY 544T have outstanding finance?

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