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CCJ 726L

1973 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,971 mi
Last recorded33,971 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 1973 Triumph Spitfire50,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCJ 726L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2022 33,971 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 32,159 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 31,751 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 31,184 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 30,498 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 30,433 miles

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 15 May 2008 30,381 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 30,122 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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CCJ 726L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CCJ 726L, 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 CCJ 726L?

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What year was CCJ 726L registered?

CCJ 726L is a 1973 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 21 March 1973.

Is CCJ 726L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCJ 726L shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CCJ 726L have outstanding finance?

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