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JYP 746W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,448 mi
Last recorded64,448 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYP 746W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 May 2014 64,448 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 64,178 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 64,022 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 63,822 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 63,557 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 63,266 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 62,951 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 62,623 miles

indicator flasher unit may require replaceing

Pass 24 Jun 2006 61,984 miles

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

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

advise exhaust emissions slightly rich

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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JYP 746W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 JYP 746W, 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 45 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 JYP 746W?

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What year was JYP 746W registered?

JYP 746W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is JYP 746W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYP 746W shows 9 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 JYP 746W have outstanding finance?

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