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EUL 879J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,560 mi
Last recorded66,560 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEUL 879J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 66,560 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 66,068 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 65,542 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 65,054 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 64,691 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 63,582 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2011 90,458 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2010 90,359 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 90,269 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 89,999 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 89,999 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 89,999 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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EUL 879J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EUL 879J, 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 EUL 879J?

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What year was EUL 879J registered?

EUL 879J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 March 1971.

Is EUL 879J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EUL 879J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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