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CUF 662T

1978 Triumph Spitfire

Orange Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,371 mi
Last recorded47,371 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1978 Triumph Spitfire62,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUF 662T
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 47,371 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both inner joints ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Middle and rear transmission has slight seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2024 47,370 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due too brake pads (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Both O/S and N/S (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both inner joints ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Middle and rear subframe slightly seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 45,274 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

Rear DIFF HAS SLIGHT OIL LEAK

Pass 24 Aug 2018 45,030 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 45,028 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) 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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CUF 662T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire in Orange with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 CUF 662T, 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 CUF 662T?

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What year was CUF 662T registered?

CUF 662T is a 1978 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is CUF 662T safe to buy?

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