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EFM 836H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,224 mi
Last recorded24,224 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFM 836H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 24,224 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 24,102 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 24,102 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,063 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

underside covered in paint

Pass 27 Jul 2009 24,010 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 24,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 23,935 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 23,920 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 23,908 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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EFM 836H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 42,768 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 EFM 836H, 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 56 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 EFM 836H?

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What year was EFM 836H registered?

EFM 836H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 March 1970.

Is EFM 836H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFM 836H shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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