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NVS 188P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,957 mi
Last recorded23,957 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVS 188P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2018 23,957 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 23,811 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 23,782 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 23,556 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 22,993 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 22,993 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 22,929 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 22,671 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 22,546 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 22,156 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 21,994 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 21,980 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 21,580 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 21,208 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 20,846 miles

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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NVS 188P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 56,730 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 NVS 188P, 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 50 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 NVS 188P?

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What year was NVS 188P registered?

NVS 188P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 April 1976.

Is NVS 188P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVS 188P shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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