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CCF 124V

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,262 mi
Last recorded10,262 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCF 124V
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 10,262 miles

Nearside Front Minor corrosion to passenger foot well

Pass 15 Jun 2018 9,691 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2017 7,734 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 May 2017 7,734 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 7,405 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 5,177 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

excessive movement from propshaft to rear diff

Pass 22 Aug 2013 1,904 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 1,904 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 8 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 97,039 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 90,748 miles

floor pan corroded on offside

slight play in offside front lower trunion

Pass 1 Nov 2008 80,416 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 75,033 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 75,033 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 68,433 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 68,433 miles

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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CCF 124V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CCF 124V, 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

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What year was CCF 124V registered?

CCF 124V is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 August 1979.

Is CCF 124V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCF 124V shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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