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EEA 247T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,411 mi
Last recorded11,411 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEA 247T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 11,411 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 11,411 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 11,141 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 10,746 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 9,613 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 9,443 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 9,244 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 8,538 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 8,422 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 8,422 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 7,494 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 7,494 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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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EEA 247T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EEA 247T, 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 EEA 247T?

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What year was EEA 247T registered?

EEA 247T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is EEA 247T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEA 247T shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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