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GVV 443T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

72,825 mi
Last recorded72,825 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVV 443T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 72,825 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 72,741 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 72,741 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 72,416 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2016 72,416 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 72,012 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 72,012 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 71,959 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2013 71,955 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Centre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 71,840 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 71,656 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 71,483 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 71,483 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 71,242 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 70,391 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 70,391 miles

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

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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GVV 443T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GVV 443T, 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 GVV 443T?

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What year was GVV 443T registered?

GVV 443T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 May 1979.

Is GVV 443T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVV 443T shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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