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MAC 955V

1980 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

17,831 mi
Last recorded17,831 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAC 955V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 17,831 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 16,931 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 16,032 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 16,000 miles

Nearside Front Steering component casing not properly attached (2.1.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 15,437 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 14,827 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 14,616 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 14,099 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 13,509 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 13,486 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated little reserve travel (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 12,888 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 12,328 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 11,968 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 11,486 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 10,921 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 10,373 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 9,755 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 9,031 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,446 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 7,627 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 7,194 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 6,866 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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MAC 955V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MAC 955V, 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 MAC 955V?

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What year was MAC 955V registered?

MAC 955V is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 20 May 1980.

Is MAC 955V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAC 955V shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MAC 955V have outstanding finance?

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