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CBP 101L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Green Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,701 mi
Last recorded1,701 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBP 101L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 1,701 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 1,172 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 849 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 211 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 99,500 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 98,860 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 97,616 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 94,663 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 94,663 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 96,530 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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CBP 101L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Green with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 50,358 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 CBP 101L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CBP 101L?

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What year was CBP 101L registered?

CBP 101L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 2 February 1973.

Is CBP 101L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBP 101L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CBP 101L have outstanding finance?

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