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HVV 470T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,205 mi
Last recorded77,205 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVV 470T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 77,205 miles

Condition of exhaust

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 77,090 miles

Condition of exhaust

Wear to rear tyres

Pass 22 Jul 2016 76,790 miles

Condition of exhaust

Slight play to steering rack ends

Pass 6 Jul 2015 76,780 miles

Condition of exhaust

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 75,500 miles

Condition of exhaust

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

Slight play to steering rack ends

Wear to all 4 tyres

Pass 10 Jul 2013 74,903 miles

Condition of exhaust

Corosion to nearside main brake pipe to rear flexi

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Slight play to steering rack ends

Pass 29 May 2012 74,355 miles

clutch pedal rubber missing

slight free play at top of steering column

slight oil leaks from engine/gearbox

very slight free play in front suspension lower joints

Fail 15 May 2012 74,328 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

clutch pedal rubber missing

slight free play at top of steering column

slight oil leaks from engine/gearbox

very slight free play in front suspension lower joints

Pass 9 Jun 2010 74,066 miles

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

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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HVV 470T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HVV 470T, 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 HVV 470T?

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What year was HVV 470T registered?

HVV 470T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 June 1979.

Is HVV 470T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVV 470T 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.

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