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DCF 230V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,720 mi
Last recorded9,720 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCF 230V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 May 2018 9,720 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 9,121 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 7,639 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 5,882 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 5,241 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 3,905 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 2,462 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 162 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 97,160 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 95,194 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 92,352 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 90,246 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 88,316 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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DCF 230V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 DCF 230V, 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 DCF 230V?

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What year was DCF 230V registered?

DCF 230V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 October 1979.

Is DCF 230V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCF 230V shows 13 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 DCF 230V have outstanding finance?

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