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JWF 782W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,741 mi
Last recorded49,741 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWF 782W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2015 49,741 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 47,592 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 41,689 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 39,212 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 38,034 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

fuel pipe to front nearside loose

Pass 2 Aug 2008 36,334 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

steering rack gator starting to split n/s

Pass 20 Jul 2007 35,049 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 34,586 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

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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JWF 782W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 JWF 782W, 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 46 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 JWF 782W?

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What year was JWF 782W registered?

JWF 782W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 September 1980.

Is JWF 782W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWF 782W shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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