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EPY 185V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,234 mi
Last recorded24,234 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPY 185V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 24,234 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 23,635 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 21,965 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 19,670 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 18,234 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 17,673 miles

all suspension bush starting to perish

Fail 28 May 2009 17,661 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all suspension bush starting to perish

Pass 21 May 2008 16,310 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 14,913 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 12,557 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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EPY 185V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EPY 185V, 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 EPY 185V?

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What year was EPY 185V registered?

EPY 185V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 7 September 1979.

Is EPY 185V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPY 185V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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