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JVT 745V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,156 mi
Last recorded33,156 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVT 745V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2020 33,156 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 31,811 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 29,163 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 29,086 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 26,505 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 23,736 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 21,238 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 18,875 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 17,909 miles

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 2 Mar 2011 16,137 miles

slight play in n/s track rod end

Fail 24 Feb 2011 16,124 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

slight play in n/s track rod end

Pass 26 Feb 2010 14,565 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 12,487 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 11,189 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 11,189 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 9,743 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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JVT 745V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 JVT 745V, 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 46 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 JVT 745V registered?

JVT 745V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is JVT 745V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVT 745V shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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