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CDM 553S

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

66,185 mi
Last recorded66,185 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDM 553S
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 66,185 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 66,178 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 10 Sep 2016 66,164 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Aug 2015 65,994 miles

Rear shocks feel weak

Fail 24 Aug 2015 65,994 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished/cracked on inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished/cracked on inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Rear shocks feel weak

Pass 29 Aug 2014 65,654 miles

Rear Tyres starting to crack

Pass 15 Jun 2013 65,470 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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CDM 553S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 62,304 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CDM 553S, 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 48 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 CDM 553S?

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What year was CDM 553S registered?

CDM 553S is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 February 1978.

Is CDM 553S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDM 553S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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