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WMG 639T

1978 Triumph Spitfire 1500

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,689 mi
Last recorded86,689 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire 150070,146 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMG 639T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire 1500
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 86,689 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 86,688 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 86,648 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 86,638 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 86,503 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 86,272 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 86,031 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 85,737 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 85,523 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 85,523 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 85,607 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 84,806 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 80,620 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Feb 2011 80,611 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 71,063 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 71,063 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?

Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 178
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 120
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Stop lamp not working 104
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WMG 639T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 70,146 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WMG 639T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WMG 639T?

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What year was WMG 639T registered?

WMG 639T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 1 October 1978.

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The MOT history for WMG 639T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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