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UBR 926V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,796 mi
Last recorded92,796 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBR 926V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 92,796 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 92,731 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 92,637 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Aug 2015 92,597 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2014 92,516 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 92,396 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2012 92,282 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2012 92,282 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 92,117 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 92,013 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 92,013 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 91,741 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 91,251 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 18,588 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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UBR 926V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 UBR 926V, 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 UBR 926V registered?

UBR 926V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 November 1979.

Is UBR 926V safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBR 926V shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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