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CCG 219C

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,100 mi
Last recorded77,100 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCG 219C
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 77,100 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 77,048 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 76,987 miles

front and rear offside and nearside tyres perished

Pass 4 Jun 2009 76,984 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

side walls on tyres perishing

Pass 8 Apr 2008 76,982 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

main beam light

Fail 1 Apr 2008 76,975 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

main beam light

Pass 30 Mar 2007 76,831 miles

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

adv slight play in rack

Pass 3 Apr 2006 76,475 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2006 76,475 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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CCG 219C is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CCG 219C, 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 CCG 219C?

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What year was CCG 219C registered?

CCG 219C is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is CCG 219C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCG 219C shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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