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UHS 456W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,049 mi
Last recorded31,049 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHS 456W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 31,049 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine, gearbox and rear diff ( slight ) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Sep 2019 30,896 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 30,896 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 30,780 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 30,634 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 30,359 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 30,386 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 30,291 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 30,206 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 30,147 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 30,106 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 30,045 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 30,003 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 29,938 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 29,911 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 29,837 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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UHS 456W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UHS 456W, 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

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What year was UHS 456W registered?

UHS 456W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is UHS 456W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UHS 456W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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