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RVH 807N

1974 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,666 mi
Last recorded78,666 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Spitfire62,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVH 807N
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 78,666 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 78,666 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015
Fail 16 Mar 2015 78,610 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 78,581 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 78,529 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 78,167 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 807N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 62,328 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 807N, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RVH 807N?

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What year was RVH 807N registered?

RVH 807N is a 1974 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 5 August 1974.

Is RVH 807N safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVH 807N shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RVH 807N have outstanding finance?

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