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FVU 261V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,590 mi
Last recorded74,590 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2010
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVU 261V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2010 74,590 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 74,087 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 73,707 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 73,148 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2006 72,501 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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FVU 261V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 FVU 261V, 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 47 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 FVU 261V?

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What year was FVU 261V registered?

FVU 261V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 8 August 1979.

Is FVU 261V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVU 261V shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FVU 261V have outstanding finance?

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