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CSU 210X

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

65,333 mi
Last recorded65,333 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2005
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSU 210X
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2005 65,333 miles

Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.6.C.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

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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CSU 210X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 60,380 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 CSU 210X, 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 45 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 CSU 210X?

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What year was CSU 210X registered?

CSU 210X is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is CSU 210X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSU 210X shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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