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CAM 283C

1965 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1147cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

10,070 mi
Last recorded10,070 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1965 Triumph Spitfire27,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAM 283C
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,147cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 10,070 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 9,820 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Jun 2018 9,820 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jun 2017 9,591 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 9,438 miles

Nearside Front Inner tie rod ball joint has slight play in

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Jun 2015 9,294 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 9,100 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 8,911 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 8,819 miles

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

Offside rear brake is binding slightly.

Pass 1 Jun 2011 8,566 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brakes slightly binding

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 1 Jun 2011 8,566 miles

Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brakes slightly binding

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Jun 2010 8,458 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 8,338 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 8,262 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 8,262 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 8,189 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brakes binding slightly.

Pass 16 Jun 2006 8,062 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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CAM 283C is a 1965 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,147cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1965 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 27,778 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 CAM 283C, 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 61 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CAM 283C registered?

CAM 283C is a 1965 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 22 February 1965.

Is CAM 283C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAM 283C shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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