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ERJ 15T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,333 mi
Last recorded67,333 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERJ 15T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2018 67,333 miles

oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2017 67,228 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 66,966 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 66,639 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 66,326 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 66,174 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 66,144 miles

hand brake lever has slight side play

Pass 16 Jul 2011 65,988 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 65,798 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 65,537 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 65,328 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 65,158 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 64,850 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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ERJ 15T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 ERJ 15T, 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

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What year was ERJ 15T registered?

ERJ 15T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 July 1979.

Is ERJ 15T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERJ 15T shows 13 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 ERJ 15T have outstanding finance?

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