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AGF 271S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,303 mi
Last recorded64,303 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGF 271S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2021 64,303 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 64,150 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 64,127 miles

BULKHEAD BRAKE BUNDY PIPE CORRODING

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 20MM CHIP (8.3.1d)

ENGINE BULKHEAD CORRODING

Pass 8 Sep 2016 64,113 miles

BULKHEAD RUSTING AND BRAKE BUNDY PIPE TO MASTER CYL RUNNING ALONG IT

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 20mm chip (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 64,110 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 64,107 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 64,107 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 64,069 miles

WIPER BLADES POOR

Pass 28 Feb 2011 63,897 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 63,877 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 63,832 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 63,486 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 63,294 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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AGF 271S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AGF 271S, 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 AGF 271S?

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What year was AGF 271S registered?

AGF 271S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 February 1978.

Is AGF 271S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGF 271S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AGF 271S have outstanding finance?

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