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XTS 737T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

60,139 mi
Last recorded60,139 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTS 737T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 60,139 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from joints (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine gearbox and rear axle. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 60,014 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 59,913 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 59,913 miles

front brake binding Brake bound tight (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2014 59,641 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 59,633 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 59,575 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 59,561 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 59,436 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 59,436 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 58,905 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 58,856 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 58,856 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 6 May 2008 58,178 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 May 2008 58,178 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 55,117 miles

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

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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XTS 737T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XTS 737T, 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 XTS 737T registered?

XTS 737T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 March 1979.

Is XTS 737T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTS 737T shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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