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BHC 208V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,011 mi
Last recorded45,011 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHC 208V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 45,011 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 44,926 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 44,926 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam neither (beam on constantly ) (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 44,857 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 44,821 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 44,730 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 44,412 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 44,385 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 44,335 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 44,279 miles

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

small brake bind to n/s/front

Pass 15 Apr 2009 44,213 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 44,178 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 44,101 miles

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

corrosion to chassis

Pass 28 Mar 2006 44,015 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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BHC 208V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BHC 208V, 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 BHC 208V registered?

BHC 208V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 December 1979.

Is BHC 208V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHC 208V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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