Triumph Spitfire MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Triumph Spitfire. Check any Spitfire by registration number below.

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77.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-12.5%

vs Triumph Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Triumph Spitfire — MOT Reliability Overview

The Triumph Spitfire has an average MOT pass rate of 77.9%, which is 12.5 percentage points below the Triumph brand average of 90.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Spitfire on the road.

The most common reasons a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT are emissions levels exceed default limits. If you are preparing your Spitfire for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Triumph Spitfire, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Triumph Spitfire performs at MOT across different model years.

1981

Based on 86 vehicles

80.2%Good

Triumph average: 90.4%

Dangerous Defects

13.0%

Retest Rate

21.7%

1980

Based on 82 vehicles

81.7%Good

Triumph average: 90.4%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

13.3%

1979

Based on 144 vehicles

71.5%Average

Triumph average: 90.4%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

24.6%

1978

Based on 120 vehicles

72.5%Average

Triumph average: 90.4%

Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

22.2%

1977

Based on 84 vehicles

72.6%Average

Triumph average: 90.4%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

12.5%

1976

Based on 62 vehicles

71.0%Average

Triumph average: 90.4%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

36.1%

1975

Based on 30 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

Triumph average: 90.4%

Retest Rate

18.8%

1974

Based on 31 vehicles

83.9%Good

Triumph average: 90.4%

Retest Rate

11.8%

1973

Based on 107 vehicles

67.3%Average

Triumph average: 90.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

36.9%

1972

Based on 91 vehicles

84.6%Good

Triumph average: 90.4%

Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

13.0%

0

Based on 649 vehicles

81.7%Good

Triumph average: 90.4%

Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

Top MOT Failures — Triumph Spitfire

The most common reasons a Triumph Spitfire fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Emissions levels exceed default limits

9.2%

Triumph Spitfire Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

4.7%

Front

3.5%

Rear Offside

2.3%

Other Triumph Models

Compare MOT reliability across Triumph models.

Triumph TR7

100.0% pass rate

Triumph Dolomite

91.7% pass rate

Triumph GT6

95.5% pass rate

Triumph Bonneville T100 Bud Ekins

100.0% pass rate

Triumph Trophy 3

100.0% pass rate

Triumph Sprint Rs

84.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Triumph Spitfire

Triumph Spitfire — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Triumph Spitfire MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Triumph Spitfire?

The average MOT pass rate for the Triumph Spitfire is 77.9% compared to the Triumph average of 90.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Triumph Spitfire?

The most common MOT failures on the Triumph Spitfire are: Emissions levels exceed default limits (9.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Triumph Spitfire reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 77.9%, the Triumph Spitfire is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Triumph Spitfire?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Triumph Spitfire?

Typical mileage for the Triumph Spitfire: 48,249 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Spitfire to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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