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ETV 594V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,999 mi
Last recorded25,999 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETV 594V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 25,999 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 25,402 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 25,165 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

floor pan undersealed

Fail 21 Jun 2023 25,165 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake hose leading to the rear of caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

floor pan undersealed

Pass 16 Apr 2019 25,000 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 24,999 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 24,852 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 23,939 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 22,693 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 20,872 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 19,578 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 17,946 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 16,617 miles

Nearside Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

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

Pass 16 May 2011 14,514 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 14,255 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 13,958 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 13,852 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in offside front lower suspension joint/pin to arm

Fail 29 May 2008 13,845 miles

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

slight play in offside front lower suspension joint/pin to arm

Pass 30 May 2007 13,435 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 12,960 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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ETV 594V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ETV 594V, 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 ETV 594V?

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What year was ETV 594V registered?

ETV 594V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is ETV 594V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETV 594V shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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