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JUE 724V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Purple Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,876 mi
Last recorded77,876 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJUE 724V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 77,876 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 77,684 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 77,225 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 76,550 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 75,512 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

rear suspension bushes deteriorated

slight binding on nearside front brake

Fail 27 May 2015 75,509 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

freeplay on nearside rear wheel

rear suspension bushes deteriorated

slight binding on nearside front brake

slight freeplay on offside front wheel

Pass 17 Oct 2013 75,069 miles

vehicle has corrosion but not considered excessive

Pass 30 Aug 2012 74,505 miles

all prescribe areas corroded but not considered excessive

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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JUE 724V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Purple with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JUE 724V, 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 JUE 724V?

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What year was JUE 724V registered?

JUE 724V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 October 1979.

Is JUE 724V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JUE 724V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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