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KVX 817V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

85,121 mi
Last recorded85,121 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVX 817V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 85,121 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 83,621 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 83,601 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (4.1.D.1a)

all tyres perished

Pass 22 Aug 2013 83,209 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2013 83,179 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 82,860 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 82,860 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 82,414 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 82,092 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 82,092 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 81,628 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2009 81,628 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Fail 17 Jul 2008 81,191 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 81,191 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 80,746 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 80,221 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

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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KVX 817V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 KVX 817V, 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 KVX 817V?

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What year was KVX 817V registered?

KVX 817V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 23 October 1979.

Is KVX 817V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVX 817V shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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