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PBJ 260W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,981 mi
Last recorded95,981 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2013
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBJ 260W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2013 95,981 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 95,965 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 95,929 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 95,929 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 95,671 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Jun 2008 95,671 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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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PBJ 260W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PBJ 260W, 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 PBJ 260W registered?

PBJ 260W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is PBJ 260W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBJ 260W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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