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UJO 504T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

2,164 mi
Last recorded2,164 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJO 504T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 2,164 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 2,104 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 2,057 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 1,804 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 1,740 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 1,583 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 1,583 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 1,469 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 1,360 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 715 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 99,871 miles

slight wear in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 24 Oct 2006 99,870 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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UJO 504T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 UJO 504T, 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 47 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 UJO 504T?

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What year was UJO 504T registered?

UJO 504T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 8 June 1979.

Is UJO 504T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJO 504T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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