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DWF 59V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,411 mi
Last recorded88,411 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWF 59V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 88,411 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 87,922 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 87,414 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 85,587 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 84,330 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 82,633 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 82,605 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2012 80,036 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 76,997 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 74,190 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 74,180 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 74,093 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 74,092 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 73,979 miles

body and chassis are corroded and undersealed

Fail 4 Jun 2007 73,978 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

underbody, suspension and chassis are showing signs of corrosion and are under sealed. steering rack has slight play.

Pass 22 Jun 2006 73,573 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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DWF 59V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DWF 59V, 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

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What year was DWF 59V registered?

DWF 59V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 August 1979.

Is DWF 59V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWF 59V shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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