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LWK 644V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,730 mi
Last recorded14,730 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWK 644V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 14,730 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 14,188 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 13,546 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 13,546 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 May 2010 13,461 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

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

Corrosion to boot floor,rear valance and front floors not in a prescribed area at time of test.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 13,200 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 12,604 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 11,979 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 10,816 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 10,790 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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LWK 644V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 LWK 644V, 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

How do I check the history of LWK 644V?

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What year was LWK 644V registered?

LWK 644V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 6 May 1980.

Is LWK 644V safe to buy?

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