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CMJ 455L

1972 Triumph Spitfire

Silver Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,499 mi
Last recorded51,499 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 1972 Triumph Spitfire47,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMJ 455L
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 51,499 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 51,497 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 49,758 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 49,757 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 44,101 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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CMJ 455L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire in Silver with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,542 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 CMJ 455L, 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 54 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CMJ 455L?

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What year was CMJ 455L registered?

CMJ 455L is a 1972 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 27 November 1972.

Is CMJ 455L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMJ 455L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CMJ 455L have outstanding finance?

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