Triumph Spitfire mk3 vs Triumph Toledo: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Triumph Spitfire mk3
75%
MOT pass rate · 2,753 vehicles
More reliable
Triumph Toledo
72%
MOT pass rate · 79,456 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Triumph Spitfire mk3 is the more reliable of the two — 75% pass first time versus 72%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Triumph Spitfire mk3 | Triumph Toledo |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 75% ✓ | 72% |
| MOT failure rate | 25% ✓ | 28% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.4 ✓ | 2.1 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 47,587 mi | 59,758 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 2,753 | 79,456 |
Most common faults
Triumph Spitfire mk3
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Oil leak
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Triumph Toledo
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Oil leak
- Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate, the Triumph Spitfire mk3 is the more reliable of the two — 75% pass first time versus 72%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Full Triumph Spitfire mk3 report Full Triumph Toledo report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.