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UHA 839X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,863 mi
Last recorded76,863 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2013
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHA 839X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2013 76,863 miles

Both rear vehicle sills corroding

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear quarter panels corroded/boot floor

Pass 26 Jul 2013 76,863 miles

Both rear vehicle sills corroding

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear quarter panels corroded/boot floor

Pass 3 Aug 2011 76,778 miles

Front tyres perished.

N/S/F Tyre damaged outer side wall.

Wear in N/S intermediate steering rack end.

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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UHA 839X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UHA 839X, 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 UHA 839X?

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What year was UHA 839X registered?

UHA 839X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is UHA 839X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UHA 839X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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