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UTA 742X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,890 mi
Last recorded8,890 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTA 742X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 8,890 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 8,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2007 8,783 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 8,782 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

driver seat loose

off side top wish bone bolt loose

Pass 7 Apr 2006 8,285 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

beakets on the front exhaust loose.

head lamp switch not always working.

n/s front brake slightly slow in operation.

unable to open n/s door from the inside, roof down when tested.

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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UTA 742X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 UTA 742X, 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 UTA 742X registered?

UTA 742X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 18 November 1981.

Is UTA 742X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTA 742X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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