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VBY 239E

2001 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

74,415 mi
Last recorded74,415 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBY 239E
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 74,415 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 74,414 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 74,273 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 73,886 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 73,678 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 73,407 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 73,307 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 73,059 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 72,239 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 71,295 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 71,148 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 70,962 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 70,616 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 70,136 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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VBY 239E is a 2001 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VBY 239E, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VBY 239E?

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What year was VBY 239E registered?

VBY 239E is a 2001 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is VBY 239E safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBY 239E shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VBY 239E have outstanding finance?

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