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EHJ 54H

1986 Triumph Spitfire MK3

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,794 mi
Last recorded60,794 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHJ 54H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire MK3
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 60,794 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 60,795 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 60,794 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 60,794 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 60,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 60,794 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 60,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Triumph Spitfire MK3?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

75.5%
Pass Rate
235
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
brake binding 60
Horn not working 37
Stop lamp not working 29
position lamp(s) not working 27
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EHJ 54H is a 1986 Triumph Spitfire MK3 in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Triumph Spitfire MK3 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EHJ 54H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Spitfire MK3 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 40 years old, this Triumph Spitfire MK3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EHJ 54H registered?

EHJ 54H is a 1986 Triumph Spitfire MK3, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is EHJ 54H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHJ 54H shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EHJ 54H have outstanding finance?

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