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KRO 502V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

70,526 mi
Last recorded70,526 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRO 502V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 70,526 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 70,364 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 70,365 miles

Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2020 70,365 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 69,567 miles

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 3 May 2017 68,367 miles

general corrosion under car

Fail 24 Apr 2017 68,367 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

general corrosion under car

Pass 9 May 2016 67,311 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 66,711 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 66,033 miles

n/s/f/dust cover very weak

Pass 21 May 2013 64,805 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 64,805 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 May 2012 63,453 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2011 62,955 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 62,082 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 61,333 miles

all four tyres perished

slight blow manifold area

Pass 17 Apr 2008 60,469 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 60,217 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 58,710 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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KRO 502V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KRO 502V, 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

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What year was KRO 502V registered?

KRO 502V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 23 October 1979.

Is KRO 502V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRO 502V shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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