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XMA 893M

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,464 mi
Last recorded9,464 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMA 893M
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 9,464 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 9,464 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 9,386 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 9,334 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 9,288 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 9,249 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 May 2006 9,125 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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XMA 893M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XMA 893M, 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 XMA 893M?

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What year was XMA 893M registered?

XMA 893M is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 23 January 1974.

Is XMA 893M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMA 893M shows 7 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.

Does XMA 893M have outstanding finance?

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