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BVE 494V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,754 mi
Last recorded2,754 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVE 494V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 2,754 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 2,743 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and centre joints (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wiper blade split on edges

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Offside Front wiper blade split on edges

Pass 10 Apr 2014 2,739 miles

Slight surface corrosion to brake pipes

Fail 4 Apr 2014 2,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight surface corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 12 Sep 2011 2,716 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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BVE 494V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BVE 494V, 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 BVE 494V registered?

BVE 494V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is BVE 494V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVE 494V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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