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EPD 760V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,571 mi
Last recorded3,571 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPD 760V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2014 3,571 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 3,547 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 3,327 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 3,282 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 3,217 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 3,019 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 2,568 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 2,308 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 1,957 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

offside lower trunion worn

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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EPD 760V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 60,846 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 EPD 760V, 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 47 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 EPD 760V?

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What year was EPD 760V registered?

EPD 760V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is EPD 760V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPD 760V shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EPD 760V have outstanding finance?

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