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UCC 542T

1984 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,936 mi
Last recorded70,936 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 1984 Triumph Spitfire67,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCC 542T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 70,936 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody condition poor

Pass 30 Apr 2019 70,513 miles

All 4 tyres perished

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 70,327 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Oil leak Rear differential leaking ()

Pass 28 Feb 2017 69,922 miles

tyres deteriated

Pass 12 Aug 2015 69,198 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 66,739 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 66,735 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Pass 31 May 2013 66,681 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 66,679 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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UCC 542T is a 1984 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1984 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 67,565 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 UCC 542T, 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 42 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 UCC 542T registered?

UCC 542T is a 1984 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 August 1984.

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