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JHP 740V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,448 mi
Last recorded48,448 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHP 740V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 48,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 47,268 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 47,057 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 46,312 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Apr 2016 43,814 miles

oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2014 40,855 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 38,611 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 36,903 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 36,461 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 35,976 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 35,463 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 34,978 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 34,211 miles

N/S/R brakes binding slightly

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2007 34,211 miles

N/S/R brakes binding slightly

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 May 2006 33,604 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 740V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 740V, 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

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What year was JHP 740V registered?

JHP 740V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 October 1979.

Is JHP 740V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHP 740V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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