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UGN 756W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,257 mi
Last recorded85,257 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGN 756W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 85,257 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 85,257 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 77,750 miles

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

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

slight play in offside and neareside trunions.

Pass 19 Apr 2011 74,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 74,456 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 74,174 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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UGN 756W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 UGN 756W, 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 46 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 UGN 756W?

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What year was UGN 756W registered?

UGN 756W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 October 1980.

Is UGN 756W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGN 756W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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