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WAU 602S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,729 mi
Last recorded50,729 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAU 602S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 50,729 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 50,019 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 49,658 miles

oil leaks

Fail 18 Jul 2016 49,641 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

oil leaks

Pass 3 Aug 2015 49,193 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2014 48,490 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 48,477 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Coolant leak

Pass 17 Jul 2013 48,067 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2012 47,383 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2011 46,782 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 46,147 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 45,398 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 45,190 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 44,993 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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WAU 602S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 WAU 602S, 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 48 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 WAU 602S?

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What year was WAU 602S registered?

WAU 602S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 February 1978.

Is WAU 602S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAU 602S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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