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UCX 768T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,931 mi
Last recorded57,931 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCX 768T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 57,931 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 57,725 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 57,402 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 57,398 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 57,378 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear slight cracks on sidewalls

Pass 2 Oct 2015 57,231 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 57,231 miles

Centre Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 57,114 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 57,114 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake discs v.rusty

Pass 8 Oct 2013 57,014 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 56,838 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 56,530 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 56,187 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 55,906 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 55,341 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 55,341 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 54,970 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 53,939 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 52,536 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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UCX 768T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 UCX 768T, 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 UCX 768T registered?

UCX 768T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 June 1979.

Is UCX 768T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCX 768T shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UCX 768T have outstanding finance?

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