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NPV 468W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

24,717 mi
Last recorded24,717 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPV 468W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 24,717 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 24,675 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 24,675 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 24,636 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 24,423 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 24,374 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Offside Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 23,565 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,565 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 22,808 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 22,808 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 22,509 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 22,189 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2007 21,230 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 21,230 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 72,482 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 72,480 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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NPV 468W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 NPV 468W, 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

How do I check the history of NPV 468W?

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What year was NPV 468W registered?

NPV 468W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is NPV 468W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPV 468W 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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