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GWK 992D

1983 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,211 mi
Last recorded85,211 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 1983 Triumph Spitfire64,063 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWK 992D
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 85,211 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 84,969 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 84,443 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 84,370 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 84,197 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 84,036 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 83,931 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 83,922 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2008 83,656 miles

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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GWK 992D is a 1983 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 64,063 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 GWK 992D, 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 43 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 GWK 992D?

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What year was GWK 992D registered?

GWK 992D is a 1983 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 27 December 1983.

Is GWK 992D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWK 992D shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GWK 992D have outstanding finance?

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