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JHP 728V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,466 mi
Last recorded72,466 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHP 728V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2020 72,466 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 71,942 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 71,285 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 70,587 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 69,498 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 69,419 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 69,415 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 69,312 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 69,104 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 68,619 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 67,897 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 67,098 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 66,835 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 65,640 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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JHP 728V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JHP 728V, 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 JHP 728V?

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What year was JHP 728V registered?

JHP 728V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is JHP 728V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHP 728V shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JHP 728V have outstanding finance?

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