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EPG 699J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,854 mi
Last recorded93,854 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPG 699J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2025 93,854 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 93,827 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 93,720 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 93,636 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 93,456 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 93,338 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 93,283 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 93,148 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 93,025 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 92,859 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 92,747 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 92,169 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 91,945 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 91,233 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 91,044 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 90,358 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 89,811 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 88,394 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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EPG 699J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 EPG 699J, 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 55 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 EPG 699J?

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What year was EPG 699J registered?

EPG 699J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is EPG 699J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPG 699J shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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