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ACV 559T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,854 mi
Last recorded92,854 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2008
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACV 559T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2008 92,854 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 92,212 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 92,212 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front suspension low

hand brake travel long.

indicators flash fast but less than 120 f.p.m.

slight play detected in top steering column bush.

Pass 11 Feb 2006 90,024 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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ACV 559T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 ACV 559T, 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 47 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACV 559T registered?

ACV 559T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 8 June 1979.

Is ACV 559T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACV 559T 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.

Does ACV 559T have outstanding finance?

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