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VDH 771X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

47,015 mi
Last recorded47,015 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDH 771X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 47,015 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 46,954 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 46,954 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 46,855 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 46,757 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 46,647 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 46,514 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 46,513 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 46,300 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 46,136 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 45,986 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 45,798 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 45,669 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 45,534 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 45,526 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 45,271 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 44,947 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 44,639 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 44,426 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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VDH 771X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 VDH 771X, 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 45 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 VDH 771X?

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What year was VDH 771X registered?

VDH 771X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VDH 771X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDH 771X shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VDH 771X have outstanding finance?

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