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KDU 676V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

2,523 mi
Last recorded2,523 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDU 676V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 2,523 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 1,802 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 1,241 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 694 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 385 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 99,736 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 98,801 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 97,912 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 97,171 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 97,171 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 95,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 94,708 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 94,708 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 93,760 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 93,760 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 93,081 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 92,141 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 90,774 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 90,774 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 90,088 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2008 88,597 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 87,079 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 84,680 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 84,680 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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KDU 676V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 KDU 676V, 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 KDU 676V?

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What year was KDU 676V registered?

KDU 676V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 January 1980.

Is KDU 676V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDU 676V shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KDU 676V have outstanding finance?

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