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CUE 784J

1971 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,257 mi
Last recorded91,257 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Spitfire47,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUE 784J
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 91,257 miles

Offside Rear Brake Binding

Fail 26 Jun 2017 91,252 miles

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Brake Binding

Pass 21 Jun 2016 91,155 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both front slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

exhaust resting on side of engine. oil leaking onto exhaust.

fuel cap seal starting to perish

slight play in both inner rack ball joints

Pass 15 Jun 2015 91,047 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 90,886 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 90,793 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 90,732 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 90,603 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 90,280 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 89,979 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 89,707 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 89,414 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 88,818 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 88,818 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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CUE 784J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 47,770 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 CUE 784J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Spitfire is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CUE 784J registered?

CUE 784J is a 1971 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 8 June 1971.

Is CUE 784J safe to buy?

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