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TEY 95T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,011 mi
Last recorded74,011 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEY 95T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 74,011 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 19 Apr 2018 73,218 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 72,784 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 13 Jun 2016 72,743 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing retaining clip for pin missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush trunion (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 72,484 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 72,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2014 72,284 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 71,702 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 70,892 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 70,220 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 70,216 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 69,578 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 69,093 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 68,624 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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TEY 95T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 95T, 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

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What year was TEY 95T registered?

TEY 95T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 March 1979.

Is TEY 95T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEY 95T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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