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AS 4144

1978 Triumph Dolomite

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,264 mi
Last recorded40,264 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAS 4144
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 40,264 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 39,658 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 39,245 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 38,112 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 36,882 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 36,882 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 May 2013 35,457 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 34,732 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 33,855 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 33,764 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 33,725 miles

bonnet not fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Sep 2006 33,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Anti-roll bar inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

no bonnet fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Triumph Dolomite?

Based on 17,210 MOT tests across 2,188 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
575
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
2,188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 855
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 681
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 669
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 625
brake binding 589
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AS 4144 is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 56,231 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Dolomite fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 855 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AS 4144, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Dolomite typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 48 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AS 4144 registered?

AS 4144 is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is AS 4144 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AS 4144 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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