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UME 298F

1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,904 mi
Last recorded33,904 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK342,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUME 298F
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1968
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 33,904 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Sep 2017 33,867 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 33,029 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 30,726 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 26,752 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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UME 298F is a 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 42,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UME 298F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 58 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UME 298F registered?

UME 298F is a 1968 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 26 January 1968.

Is UME 298F safe to buy?

The MOT history for UME 298F shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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