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FVH 400S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,353 mi
Last recorded39,353 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVH 400S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2017 39,353 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 39,317 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 39,248 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both seats slightly loose

Pass 11 May 2012 39,206 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

o/s/r brake performance down slightly

Pass 11 May 2011 39,197 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s/r brake performance down slightly

some play in n/s/r hub

Pass 27 Apr 2010 39,085 miles

o/s/r brake performance down slightly

Pass 14 May 2009 38,915 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 2,561 miles

slight play n/s rack arm

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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FVH 400S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 FVH 400S, 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 48 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 FVH 400S?

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What year was FVH 400S registered?

FVH 400S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is FVH 400S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVH 400S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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