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UHN 758X

1982 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,833 mi
Last recorded92,833 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHN 758X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 92,833 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Aug 2013 92,816 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 92,187 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 92,177 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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UHN 758X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,815 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 UHN 758X, 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 44 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 UHN 758X?

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What year was UHN 758X registered?

UHN 758X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 June 1982.

Is UHN 758X safe to buy?

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