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KTA 233V

1986 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

75,777 mi
Last recorded75,777 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2011
Typical for 1986 Triumph Spitfire17,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTA 233V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2011 75,777 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 75,699 miles

CRACK IN OFFSIDE FRONT HEADLAMP GLASS

Fail 7 Aug 2009 75,690 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

CRACK IN OFFSIDE FRONT HEADLAMP GLASS

Pass 1 Aug 2008 74,974 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 74,974 miles

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 74,645 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 74,645 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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KTA 233V is a 1986 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1986 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 17,232 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KTA 233V, 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 40 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 KTA 233V?

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What year was KTA 233V registered?

KTA 233V is a 1986 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 July 1986.

Is KTA 233V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTA 233V shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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