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BBT 407V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

95,900 mi
Last recorded95,900 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBT 407V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 95,900 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 95,708 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 95,451 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 95,234 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 94,891 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 94,146 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 93,319 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 92,504 miles

Front WHEEL BEARINGS SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 23 May 2016 91,667 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 90,628 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 89,513 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 87,743 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 86,450 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 83,949 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Apr 2011 83,787 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2010 82,031 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 11 May 2010 82,005 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 80,084 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 78,550 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 78,549 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2007 77,402 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 75,964 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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BBT 407V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 BBT 407V, 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 46 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 BBT 407V registered?

BBT 407V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 March 1980.

Is BBT 407V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBT 407V shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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