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XWG 729

1964 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,468 mi
Last recorded33,468 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 1964 Triumph Spitfire43,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWG 729
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1964
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 33,468 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 33,463 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 30,741 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 30,464 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 30,340 miles

adv fuel filter requires cleaning as sediment in glass ........

adv nearside front wheel binding.....

Pass 3 Sep 2010 30,301 miles

adv nearside front wheel slight binding......

Pass 4 Jun 2009 30,270 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 30,217 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 30,040 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 29,861 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 29,861 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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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XWG 729 is a 1964 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1964 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 43,360 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 XWG 729, 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 62 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XWG 729 registered?

XWG 729 is a 1964 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 17 January 1964.

Is XWG 729 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWG 729 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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