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HHP 601V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,619 mi
Last recorded30,619 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2011
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHP 601V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2011 30,619 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in n/s/f lower trunnion

Pass 18 Jul 2011 30,619 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in n/s/f lower trunnion

Pass 14 Jun 2007 27,152 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 27,152 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 19,232 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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HHP 601V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HHP 601V, 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 HHP 601V?

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What year was HHP 601V registered?

HHP 601V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 17 October 1979.

Is HHP 601V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHP 601V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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