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JVW 180N

1975 Triumph Spitfire 1500

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

85,239 mi
Last recorded85,239 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2007
Typical for 1975 Triumph Spitfire 150057,623 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVW 180N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire 1500
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2007 85,239 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 85,239 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 6 Aug 2007 85,239 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?

Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 178
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 120
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Stop lamp not working 104
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JVW 180N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1975 Triumph Spitfire 1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 57,623 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JVW 180N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 51 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JVW 180N registered?

JVW 180N is a 1975 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 8 May 1975.

Is JVW 180N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVW 180N shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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