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XJK 588T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,546 mi
Last recorded70,546 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJK 588T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 70,546 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 69,386 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 69,332 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Horn control insecure only works when stalk moved (1.6.1)

Indicator switch faulty stalk loose (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked mounting point to front sub frame (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported near diff (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working fitted but not working/or no tell tail (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 66,038 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 24 Jan 2014 62,120 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 61,967 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 61,894 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 61,519 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 60,925 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 60,505 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 60,212 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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XJK 588T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 XJK 588T, 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 47 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJK 588T registered?

XJK 588T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 June 1979.

Is XJK 588T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJK 588T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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