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UGD 1W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Grey Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,457 mi
Last recorded74,457 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGD 1W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 74,457 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 73,838 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 73,448 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 73,006 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 73,006 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2013 72,912 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 72,173 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 72,130 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 71,636 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 69,882 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 66,477 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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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UGD 1W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Grey with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UGD 1W, 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

How do I check the history of UGD 1W?

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What year was UGD 1W registered?

UGD 1W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 July 1981.

Is UGD 1W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGD 1W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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