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VOV 605S

1992 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

78,135 mi
Last recorded78,135 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Triumph Spitfire72,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOV 605S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 78,135 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 77,956 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 77,852 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 77,583 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 77,370 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 76,792 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 76,199 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 76,150 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 76,150 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 76,050 miles

handbrake travel

nearside and offside front upper ball joint dust covers deteriorated

slight play offside inner track rod end ball joint

unable to assess quality of welding repairs or if the correct gauge of steel was used

Pass 17 Jun 2015 75,760 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 75,428 miles

nearside and offside front upper suspension ball joint dust covers deteriorated

Fail 10 Jul 2014 75,424 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

nearside and offside front upper suspension ball joint dust covers deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2013 75,403 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 75,343 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 75,342 miles

handbrake travel

imbalance of 50% beween rear brakes

sideplay in handbrake lever is a design feature

vehicle has alot of welding repairs,unable to asess quality of the welding or if the correct gauge of steel was used

Fail 6 Jun 2011 75,342 miles

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

handbrake travel

imbalance of 50% beween rear brakes

vehicle has alot of welding repairs,unable to asess quality of the welding or if the correct gauge of steel was used

Pass 22 May 2010 75,260 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 74,775 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 74,356 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 74,348 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 12 May 2006 74,322 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 74,322 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VOV 605S is a 1992 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1992 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 72,834 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 VOV 605S, 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 34 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 VOV 605S registered?

VOV 605S is a 1992 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 19 June 1992.

Is VOV 605S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOV 605S shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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