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VAB 350V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,091 mi
Last recorded70,091 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAB 350V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 70,091 miles

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

advise front steering and suspension joints dust covers splitting.

Pass 19 May 2014 49,460 miles

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 21 May 2013 66,024 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 63,641 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 60,798 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 60,798 miles

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 1 May 2010 60,764 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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VAB 350V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VAB 350V, 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 VAB 350V?

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What year was VAB 350V registered?

VAB 350V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 7 February 1980.

Is VAB 350V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAB 350V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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