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GPG 122V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,973 mi
Last recorded44,973 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPG 122V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 44,973 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 44,946 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 44,861 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 44,713 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 44,712 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2019 44,585 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 44,522 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 44,404 miles

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

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slight bearing noise from o/s diff

Pass 14 Jun 2016 44,273 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 44,185 miles

battery loose in box.

Pass 4 Jun 2014 44,114 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 43,990 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 43,887 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 43,695 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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GPG 122V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GPG 122V, 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

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What year was GPG 122V registered?

GPG 122V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 January 1980.

Is GPG 122V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPG 122V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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