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YHV 746T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

7,167 mi
Last recorded7,167 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHV 746T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 7,167 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 5,409 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 4,445 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 4,423 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 4,028 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 3,507 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 3,218 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 2,623 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 1,577 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 1,125 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 620 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 443 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 443 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 99,671 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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YHV 746T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 YHV 746T, 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 47 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 YHV 746T?

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What year was YHV 746T registered?

YHV 746T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 26 January 1979.

Is YHV 746T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHV 746T 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.

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