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BWO 296V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,165 mi
Last recorded79,165 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWO 296V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2011 79,165 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 78,984 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 78,820 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 78,677 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 78,430 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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BWO 296V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BWO 296V, 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 BWO 296V?

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What year was BWO 296V registered?

BWO 296V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is BWO 296V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWO 296V shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BWO 296V have outstanding finance?

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