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LNM 678V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,772 mi
Last recorded11,772 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNM 678V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 11,772 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 11,297 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 11,232 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 10,098 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 9,276 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 8,276 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 8,273 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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LNM 678V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LNM 678V, 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

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What year was LNM 678V registered?

LNM 678V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is LNM 678V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNM 678V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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