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FWE 778V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,618 mi
Last recorded75,618 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWE 778V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 75,618 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 75,570 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 75,479 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 75,479 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 73,918 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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FWE 778V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 FWE 778V, 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 FWE 778V?

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What year was FWE 778V registered?

FWE 778V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 24 March 1980.

Is FWE 778V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWE 778V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FWE 778V have outstanding finance?

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