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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Triumph Spitfire 1500. Check any Spitfire 1500 by registration number below.

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78.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-11.8%

vs Triumph Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Triumph Spitfire 1500 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Triumph Spitfire 1500 has an average MOT pass rate of 78.6%, which is 11.8 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 1500 on the road.

Before buying a used Triumph Spitfire 1500, 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 1500 performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 14 vehicles

78.6%Good
Triumph average: 90.4%
Mileage at 5yr

60k mi

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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 1500

Triumph Spitfire 1500 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Triumph Spitfire 1500 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Triumph Spitfire 1500?
The average MOT pass rate for the Triumph Spitfire 1500 is 78.6% 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 1500?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Triumph Spitfire 1500 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.6%, the Triumph Spitfire 1500 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 1500?
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 1500?
Typical mileage for the Triumph Spitfire 1500: 60,294 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Spitfire 1500 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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