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KCL 243V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

37,624 mi
Last recorded37,624 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCL 243V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 37,624 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 37,169 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 37,160 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 36,849 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 36,542 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 36,252 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 36,141 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 35,705 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 35,195 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 35,181 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 19 Oct 2010 34,784 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 34,784 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 34,403 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 33,391 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 33,391 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 32,769 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 32,769 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 31,518 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 31,280 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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KCL 243V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KCL 243V, 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 KCL 243V?

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What year was KCL 243V registered?

KCL 243V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 November 1979.

Is KCL 243V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCL 243V shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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