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GON 530W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,598 mi
Last recorded40,598 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGON 530W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 40,598 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 40,564 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 40,388 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 39,755 miles

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

rear sills sound dull unable to tell if filled

screen scratched

underside covered in thick underseal inc pipes

Pass 1 Jul 2010 38,672 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 38,672 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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GON 530W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GON 530W, 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 GON 530W?

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What year was GON 530W registered?

GON 530W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 August 1980.

Is GON 530W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GON 530W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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