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CFN 671W

1980 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,853 mi
Last recorded84,853 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1980 Triumph Spitfire63,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFN 671W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 84,853 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 84,460 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 84,452 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive CO at idle 5.48% (Max Permitted 4.50%) (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high 2000 R.P.M (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute O/S - Both front and rear indicator flash once then remain lit. (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Centre of blade not making full contact with screen. (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm fractured Where the Anti Roll Bar linkage bolts onto the arm, the upper section of the mounting point has corroded/fractured away allowing the linkage mounting to be insecure. (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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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CFN 671W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 63,409 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 CFN 671W, 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 46 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 CFN 671W?

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What year was CFN 671W registered?

CFN 671W is a 1980 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is CFN 671W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFN 671W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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