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XTU 176E

2006 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,852 mi
Last recorded48,852 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTU 176E
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2010 48,852 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both front steering arms have slight play

Pass 30 Sep 2009 47,737 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 46,783 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 15 Sep 2006 43,376 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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XTU 176E is a 2006 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XTU 176E, 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 20 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XTU 176E?

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What year was XTU 176E registered?

XTU 176E is a 2006 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is XTU 176E safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTU 176E shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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