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CSX 525W

1981 Triumph Spitfire

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,315 mi
Last recorded93,315 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Spitfire60,380 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSX 525W
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 93,315 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 26 Aug 2021 93,314 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 92,102 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 91,306 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 90,134 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 88,746 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 88,746 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 87,694 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 86,306 miles

outer sill corrosion

slight front wheel bearing play

Pass 23 Mar 2012 84,702 miles

near side sill corrosion

offside rear wheel arch corrosion

Pass 25 Mar 2011 82,620 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 82,452 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 82,248 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 81,700 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 81,700 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) 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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CSX 525W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 CSX 525W, 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.

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What year was CSX 525W registered?

CSX 525W is a 1981 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 10 April 1981.

Is CSX 525W safe to buy?

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