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RVH 249P

1976 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,845 mi
Last recorded95,845 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1976 Triumph Spitfire56,730 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVH 249P
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2020 95,845 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 94,978 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 94,496 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 94,057 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 93,370 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 92,784 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 92,318 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 91,647 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 91,164 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 90,629 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 89,858 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 89,084 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 88,507 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 884,476 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 88,432 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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RVH 249P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 56,730 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 RVH 249P, 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 50 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 RVH 249P?

You can check the full history of RVH 249P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RVH 249P registered?

RVH 249P is a 1976 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 May 1976.

Is RVH 249P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVH 249P shows 15 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 RVH 249P have outstanding finance?

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