MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,101 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
advise battery not clamp in vehicle
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
advise battery not clamp in vehicle
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?
Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DHC 838W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.0% with a typical mileage of 39,493 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DHC 838W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was DHC 838W registered?
DHC 838W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 1 August 1980.
Is DHC 838W safe to buy?
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