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UWR 566X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

53,389 mi
Last recorded53,389 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWR 566X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 53,389 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 53,387 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 53,228 miles

Nearside Front Lower trunnion slight play.

park brake travel.

Fail 14 Oct 2020 53,227 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower trunnion slight play.

park brake travel.

Pass 31 Oct 2019 53,015 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 52,891 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 52,651 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 52,651 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 51,934 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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UWR 566X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 UWR 566X, 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 UWR 566X?

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What year was UWR 566X registered?

UWR 566X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 24 September 1981.

Is UWR 566X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWR 566X shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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