CarVerify

Free Car Check

XAN 982N

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,902 mi
Last recorded63,902 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAN 982N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 63,902 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Oil leak ()

Fail 17 Aug 2017 63,902 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 May 2013 63,884 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 63,884 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 63,881 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 May 2011 63,829 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 May 2010 63,710 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 63,581 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 63,332 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 63,090 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 63,090 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

battery a little weak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

n/s door handle stiff

oil leaks from engine , gearbox and differential

Pass 18 Apr 2006 62,597 miles

both doors sometimes difficult to open from out side.

oil leak on engine.

parking brake efficiency on acceptable limit, and may soon require attention.

slight play in both front wheel bearings.

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
Full Triumph Spitfire reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XAN 982N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 XAN 982N, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAN 982N?

You can check the full history of XAN 982N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XAN 982N registered?

XAN 982N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 September 1974.

Is XAN 982N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAN 982N shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAN 982N have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XAN 982N. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.