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EGC 311T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,478 mi
Last recorded80,478 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGC 311T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 May 2021 80,478 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 80,468 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 80,432 miles

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 May 2015 80,153 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 79,857 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 79,791 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 79,064 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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EGC 311T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EGC 311T, 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 EGC 311T?

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What year was EGC 311T registered?

EGC 311T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is EGC 311T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGC 311T shows 7 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 EGC 311T have outstanding finance?

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