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EPW 585T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,321 mi
Last recorded93,321 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPW 585T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 93,321 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 92,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 11 Apr 2013 90,237 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 90,237 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 85,908 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 85,839 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 85,654 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 85,198 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 84,653 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 84,629 miles

o/s.front of body underside requires welding.[where marked yellow]

Pass 24 Oct 2005 84,626 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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EPW 585T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EPW 585T, 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 EPW 585T?

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What year was EPW 585T registered?

EPW 585T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 29 March 1979.

Is EPW 585T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPW 585T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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