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UWY 735X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,457 mi
Last recorded14,457 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWY 735X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2019 14,457 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 14,389 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 13,945 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 13,335 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 12,816 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 11,980 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 11,378 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 11,130 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 10,776 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 10,419 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 9,887 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 9,389 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 8,228 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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UWY 735X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UWY 735X, 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 UWY 735X?

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What year was UWY 735X registered?

UWY 735X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is UWY 735X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWY 735X shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UWY 735X have outstanding finance?

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