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DMM 977V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,310 mi
Last recorded38,310 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMM 977V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 38,310 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 38,300 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 38,188 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 38,183 miles

Service brake excessively binding osf (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2018 38,030 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Jun 2018 38,018 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

clutch pipe insecure

Pass 26 May 2017 37,890 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 37,869 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer to inner sill corroded. (5.2.6)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working X 2 (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 37,721 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 37,721 miles

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

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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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DMM 977V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DMM 977V, 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

How do I check the history of DMM 977V?

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What year was DMM 977V registered?

DMM 977V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 January 1980.

Is DMM 977V safe to buy?

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