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GVW 981T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,926 mi
Last recorded71,926 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVW 981T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 71,926 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 71,043 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 70,097 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 69,810 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 68,471 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 67,287 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 67,277 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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GVW 981T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 GVW 981T, 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 GVW 981T?

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What year was GVW 981T registered?

GVW 981T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 June 1979.

Is GVW 981T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVW 981T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVW 981T have outstanding finance?

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