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BKV 205T

1978 Triumph Dolomite

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

71,216 mi
Last recorded71,216 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKV 205T
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 71,216 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 71,216 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering column attachment defective (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 70,522 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 14 May 2018 70,084 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 May 2017 69,899 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2016 69,557 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 May 2016 69,557 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2015 69,338 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 May 2015 69,338 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2014 69,142 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 69,141 miles

n/s/r back plate damp

Fail 16 May 2013 69,140 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s/r back plate damp

Pass 30 Apr 2012 69,068 miles

slight bind o/s/f wheel

Pass 10 May 2011 68,917 miles

offside front disc excessively corroded

Fail 9 May 2011 68,917 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside front disc excessively corroded

Pass 4 May 2010 68,832 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 68,536 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 68,204 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 68,199 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

advanced corrosion to nearside rear inner wheel arch

Pass 10 May 2007 67,654 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 67,630 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside rear inner wheel arch holed by corrosion

Pass 11 May 2006 67,214 miles

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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BKV 205T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BKV 205T, 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.

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What year was BKV 205T registered?

BKV 205T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 August 1978.

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