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YVS 159S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,770 mi
Last recorded57,770 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2011
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVS 159S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2011 57,770 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

slight play in nearside rack

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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YVS 159S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YVS 159S, 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 YVS 159S?

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What year was YVS 159S registered?

YVS 159S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is YVS 159S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVS 159S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVS 159S have outstanding finance?

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