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VTW 703W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,590 mi
Last recorded90,590 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2016
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTW 703W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2016 90,590 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 90,330 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 89,784 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 89,784 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 88,961 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 88,800 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 88,432 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 87,996 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 86,972 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 86,091 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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VTW 703W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VTW 703W, 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 VTW 703W?

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What year was VTW 703W registered?

VTW 703W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is VTW 703W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTW 703W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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