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DKV 994Y

1982 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,844 mi
Last recorded87,844 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKV 994Y
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 87,844 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 86,215 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 85,179 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 85,175 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 84,716 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 83,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise rear tie rods extended bolts both

o/s rear tyre edge scuffed

Pass 5 Aug 2014 82,707 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 82,640 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 82,636 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 82,294 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 82,294 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 79,627 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 79,605 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2009 79,553 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 79,431 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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DKV 994Y is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DKV 994Y, 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

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What year was DKV 994Y registered?

DKV 994Y is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 December 1982.

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The MOT history for DKV 994Y shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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