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CFH 252J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,600 mi
Last recorded40,600 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFH 252J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 40,600 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 40,207 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 39,958 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 39,768 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

movement detected at steering wheel

Pass 16 Mar 2012 38,960 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 38,948 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 37,984 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 37,984 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 37,608 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 37,546 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 37,500 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 37,429 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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CFH 252J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 CFH 252J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CFH 252J registered?

CFH 252J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 15 January 1971.

Is CFH 252J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFH 252J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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