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GTY 797W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,038 mi
Last recorded74,038 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTY 797W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 74,038 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. N/S + O/S (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Front & Rear (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 74,035 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 73,776 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front & Rear (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 76,374 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion Front & Rear Inner Floor Panel (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 73,045 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 73,044 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 72,982 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 72,821 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 72,821 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

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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GTY 797W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 GTY 797W, 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 45 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 GTY 797W?

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What year was GTY 797W registered?

GTY 797W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 April 1981.

Is GTY 797W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTY 797W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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