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CEX 39T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,433 mi
Last recorded70,433 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEX 39T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 70,433 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 70,254 miles

Nearside Rear inner sill slight corrosion

Fail 5 Apr 2024 70,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear inner sill slight corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2019 69,928 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 69,487 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 69,706 miles

signs of fluid around n/s/r brake backplate/wheel cylinder

Pass 11 Sep 2014 68,894 miles

towbar bolted to bumper brackets and boot floor

Fail 1 Sep 2014 68,887 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

towbar bolted to bumper brackets and boot floor

Pass 25 Sep 2013 67,854 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 67,849 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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CEX 39T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CEX 39T, 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 CEX 39T?

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What year was CEX 39T registered?

CEX 39T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is CEX 39T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEX 39T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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