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DJI 4839

1982 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,679 mi
Last recorded74,679 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2015
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJI 4839
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2015 74,679 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 74,621 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 74,543 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 74,490 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2012 74,477 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 74,462 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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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DJI 4839 is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,815 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 DJI 4839, 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 44 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DJI 4839?

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What year was DJI 4839 registered?

DJI 4839 is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is DJI 4839 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DJI 4839 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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