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VAV 100S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,981 mi
Last recorded10,981 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAV 100S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 10,981 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 10,974 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 10,065 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 6,944 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 6,611 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 4,832 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 2,015 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2008 98,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 98,841 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 98,835 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 98,331 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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VAV 100S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 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 VAV 100S, 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 48 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 VAV 100S?

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What year was VAV 100S registered?

VAV 100S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 May 1978.

Is VAV 100S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAV 100S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAV 100S have outstanding finance?

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