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CXD 485H

1970 Triumph Spitfire

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,983 mi
Last recorded66,983 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2023
Typical for 1970 Triumph Spitfire42,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXD 485H
MakeTriumph
ModelSpitfire
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2023 66,983 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 66,455 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 66,455 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 65,432 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 65,190 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 63,920 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 62,841 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 62,824 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 62,821 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

horn sometimes operates independantly when turning steering wheel

nearside front tyre starting to perish

offside boot floor corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2008 62,818 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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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CXD 485H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Spitfire models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 42,768 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 CXD 485H, 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 56 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 CXD 485H registered?

CXD 485H is a 1970 Triumph Spitfire, first registered on 14 July 1970.

Is CXD 485H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CXD 485H shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CXD 485H have outstanding finance?

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