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MGG 430V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,148 mi
Last recorded17,148 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGG 430V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 17,148 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 92 times per minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Body Mounting Damaged

Rear body slightly corroded

Fail 9 Jun 2018 17,146 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 92 times per minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Body Mounting Damaged

Rear body slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2016 16,920 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2016 16,920 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 16,451 miles

offside rear tyre has light cracking on side wall.

Fail 6 Jul 2015 16,451 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

offside rear tyre has light cracking on side wall.

Pass 27 Jun 2014 16,444 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 15,865 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 22 Apr 2010 14,506 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 12,877 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 12,423 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 11,964 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 11,433 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 11,426 miles

Nearside Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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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MGG 430V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MGG 430V, 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 MGG 430V registered?

MGG 430V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 December 1979.

Is MGG 430V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGG 430V shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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