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XCL 556X

1982 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,461 mi
Last recorded48,461 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCL 556X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 48,461 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 47,086 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 46,578 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 45,973 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 45,252 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 44,139 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

fuel cap cracking

Fail 15 May 2018 44,138 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

fuel cap cracking

Pass 6 May 2016 44,096 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

fuel seal cap cracking

Pass 14 Apr 2015 44,069 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel cap seal cracking

fuel pipes cracking

Fail 14 Apr 2015 44,066 miles

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

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

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel cap seal cracking

fuel pipes cracking

Pass 21 Jan 2006 43,874 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both lower trunnions worn

both sill panels corroded

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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XCL 556X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,815 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 XCL 556X, 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 44 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 XCL 556X?

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What year was XCL 556X registered?

XCL 556X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 January 1982.

Is XCL 556X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCL 556X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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