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RFC 310T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,885 mi
Last recorded1,885 miles
Recorded on19 May 2021
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFC 310T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2021 1,885 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 1,849 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2010 1,416 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both seat belt reels are slow to retract

vehicle has been standing for a long time

Pass 4 Jun 2010 1,416 miles

both seat belt reels are slow to retract

vehicle has been standing for a long time

Pass 31 Oct 2006 1,402 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 1,402 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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RFC 310T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 RFC 310T, 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 RFC 310T?

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What year was RFC 310T registered?

RFC 310T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is RFC 310T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFC 310T shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RFC 310T have outstanding finance?

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