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XMB 873W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

5,941 mi
Last recorded5,941 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMB 873W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 5,941 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 5,536 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 5,535 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 5,316 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 5,309 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 5,301 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 5,275 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 5,269 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 5,262 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 5,250 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 5,242 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 5,235 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 5,159 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 5,112 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 5,001 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 4,958 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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XMB 873W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 XMB 873W, 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 45 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 XMB 873W?

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What year was XMB 873W registered?

XMB 873W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is XMB 873W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMB 873W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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