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CUX 100T

1979 Triumph Spitfire

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,126 mi
Last recorded49,126 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1979 Triumph Spitfire60,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUX 100T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 49,126 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 48,873 miles

slight corrosion to o/s top seat belt anchorage point advise attention.

Pass 1 May 2013 48,695 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 48,437 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 47,776 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 47,674 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 47,511 miles

near side rear tyre cracks noted in outer wal no ply / cord exposed

Pass 29 Jul 2006 47,238 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 47,238 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

near side rear tyre cracking noted on outer tread

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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CUX 100T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CUX 100T, 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 CUX 100T?

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What year was CUX 100T registered?

CUX 100T is a 1979 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 June 1979.

Is CUX 100T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUX 100T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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