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EGC 480B

1963 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

1,015 mi
Last recorded1,015 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 1963 Triumph Spitfire34,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGC 480B
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1963
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2018 1,015 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Vehicle Identification Number not displayed (0.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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 480B is a 1963 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1963 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 34,208 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 480B, 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 63 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGC 480B?

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What year was EGC 480B registered?

EGC 480B is a 1963 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1963.

Is EGC 480B safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGC 480B shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EGC 480B have outstanding finance?

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