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CHA 34T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,938 mi
Last recorded73,938 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHA 34T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 73,938 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 73,937 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 7.8% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive 1304 ppm (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Affected by indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicator (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 73,821 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 73,720 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 73,542 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 73,456 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 73,358 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 73,355 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 May 2010 73,355 miles

Clutch pedal anti slip missing

Pass 10 Jun 2009 73,259 miles

Offside rear wheel slightly buckled

Pass 6 Jun 2008 73,082 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 73,082 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 May 2007 72,867 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 72,866 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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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CHA 34T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 CHA 34T, 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

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What year was CHA 34T registered?

CHA 34T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 4 October 1978.

Is CHA 34T safe to buy?

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