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CAS 121H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,513 mi
Last recorded92,513 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAS 121H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 92,513 miles

repairs covered in thick underseal

Pass 7 Jun 2016 92,336 miles

o/s front wheel bearing slightly noisy

repairs covered in thick underseal

Pass 8 Apr 2015 92,225 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 92,152 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 92,072 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 91,987 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 91,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 91,978 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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CAS 121H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 42,768 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 CAS 121H, 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 56 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of CAS 121H?

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What year was CAS 121H registered?

CAS 121H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 17 March 1970.

Is CAS 121H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAS 121H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAS 121H have outstanding finance?

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