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TRO 819W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

25,749 mi
Last recorded25,749 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRO 819W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 25,749 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 23,121 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 20,516 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 18,453 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 16,115 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 13,958 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 11,528 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 9,124 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 4,689 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 1,941 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 98,922 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 94,370 miles

(5) Offside track rod end worn slightly.

(5) Slight freeplay in both front wheel bearings.

Pass 5 Nov 2009 90,903 miles

nearside mid sill weakend by corrosion

Fail 5 Nov 2009 90,903 miles

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

nearside mid sill weakend by corrosion

Pass 30 Oct 2008 84,968 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 84,966 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 83,583 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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TRO 819W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 TRO 819W, 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

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What year was TRO 819W registered?

TRO 819W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 March 1981.

Is TRO 819W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRO 819W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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