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ULH 321X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

48,790 mi
Last recorded48,790 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULH 321X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 48,790 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2026 48,771 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 42,949 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 34,711 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 28,093 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 21,750 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 17,315 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 15,511 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 10,491 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 6,588 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 1,080 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 94,927 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 89,834 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 88,245 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 84,874 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 82,243 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 80,125 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 78,886 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 78,873 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 78,872 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 78,755 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 78,755 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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ULH 321X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 ULH 321X, 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 ULH 321X?

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What year was ULH 321X registered?

ULH 321X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is ULH 321X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULH 321X shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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