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UWV 916Y

1982 Triumph Spitfire 1500

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,102 mi
Last recorded68,102 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWV 916Y
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire 1500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2007 68,102 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 11 May 2006 65,088 miles

adv::slight play in rack †adv:::play in wheel bearings

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire 1500?

Based on 2,463 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
318
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 197
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 178
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 120
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Stop lamp not working 104
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UWV 916Y is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire 1500 in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire 1500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UWV 916Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire 1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 44 years old, this Triumph Spitfire 1500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of UWV 916Y?

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What year was UWV 916Y registered?

UWV 916Y is a 1982 Triumph Spitfire 1500, first registered on 11 August 1982.

Is UWV 916Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWV 916Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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