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RLG 738V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,760 mi
Last recorded77,760 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLG 738V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 77,760 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 77,760 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 77,629 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 77,629 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 77,529 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 77,469 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 77,332 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 77,191 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 77,191 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 77,001 miles

registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 77,001 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 76,986 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 76,985 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 May 2009 76,984 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 76,982 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 76,611 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 76,611 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 4 May 2006 75,900 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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RLG 738V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 RLG 738V, 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 RLG 738V?

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What year was RLG 738V registered?

RLG 738V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 16 January 1980.

Is RLG 738V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLG 738V shows 18 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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