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CKE 777T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,230 mi
Last recorded59,230 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKE 777T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 59,230 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 58,325 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 58,100 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 57,637 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight movement in nsf lower trunnion

Pass 12 May 2014 57,332 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 57,314 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 56,803 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 56,803 miles

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

Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

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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CKE 777T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CKE 777T, 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 CKE 777T?

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What year was CKE 777T registered?

CKE 777T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 11 September 1978.

Is CKE 777T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKE 777T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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