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DVC 136T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,618 mi
Last recorded78,618 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2009
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVC 136T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2009 78,618 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

major underbody welded repairs

rear suspension links corroded

Fail 12 May 2009 78,617 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

major underbody floor welded repairs

rear suspension links corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2005 78,563 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

fuel pipes corroded

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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DVC 136T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DVC 136T, 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.

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What year was DVC 136T registered?

DVC 136T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is DVC 136T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVC 136T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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