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VPV 447X

1982 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,616 mi
Last recorded9,616 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Triumph Spitfire62,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPV 447X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 9,616 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 9,217 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 8,515 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 7,530 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 7,096 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 6,629 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 6,034 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 5,402 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 4,696 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 3,943 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 2,901 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 2,364 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 1,670 miles

parking brake lever 3/4 travel

Fail 10 Jan 2008 1,086 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 1,086 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 325 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 98,069 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 98,069 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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VPV 447X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 62,815 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 VPV 447X, 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 44 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 VPV 447X registered?

VPV 447X is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 March 1982.

Is VPV 447X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPV 447X shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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