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WTV 994S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

88,913 mi
Last recorded88,913 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTV 994S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 88,913 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 88,913 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 88,601 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 88,337 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 87,307 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 87,279 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 86,785 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 6 Jul 2015 85,725 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 84,783 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 83,672 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 83,569 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 81,604 miles

front anti roll bar rubbers perished

nearside front brake caliper damp with fluid

Pass 8 Jul 2011 80,255 miles

foot and handbrake low on n/s/r

o/s/f brake sticking slightly

Pass 11 Jun 2010 80,084 miles

N/S/R Brake Efficiency Low

Pass 19 Jun 2009 79,605 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 79,253 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 78,956 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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WTV 994S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WTV 994S, 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

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What year was WTV 994S registered?

WTV 994S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 13 April 1978.

Is WTV 994S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTV 994S shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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