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HNJ 832V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,745 mi
Last recorded89,745 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNJ 832V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 89,745 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 89,706 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 89,706 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 89,665 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 89,665 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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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HNJ 832V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 HNJ 832V, 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 46 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 HNJ 832V?

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What year was HNJ 832V registered?

HNJ 832V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is HNJ 832V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNJ 832V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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