CarVerify

Free Car Check

CMW 680L

1973 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1854cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,273 mi
Last recorded46,273 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1973 Triumph Dolomite61,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMW 680L
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 46,273 miles

Drivers seatbelt 'fluffing'

Minor movement in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 23 Jun 2018 46,193 miles

Minor movement in nearside front wheel bearing

Fail 23 Jun 2018 46,193 miles

Minor movement in nearside front wheel bearing

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 46,048 miles

Both front and rear flexible brake hoses perished

Minor free movment at steering wheel

Movement in both front anti-roll bar mountings

Movement in nearside front wheel bearing

Movement in steering rack pinion

Steering rack mountings spongy

Fail 3 Jul 2017 46,048 miles

Both front and rear flexible brake hoses perished

Minor free movment at steering wheel

Movement in both front anti-roll bar mountings

Movement in nearside front wheel bearing

Movement in steering rack pinion

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering rack mountings spongy

Pass 30 Jun 2016 45,921 miles

Both front brake hoses perished

Drivers seatbelt starting to 'fluff'

Free movement at steering wheel/steering rack

Fail 30 Jun 2016 45,921 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Both front brake hoses perished

Drivers seatbelt starting to 'fluff'

Free movement at steering wheel/steering rack

Pass 16 Jul 2015 45,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

washers require attention

Fail 13 Jul 2015 45,851 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

washers require attention

Pass 15 Jul 2014 45,706 miles

Both side front brake flexible brake hoses perished

Front anti-roll bar bushes perished

Movement in nearside front wheel bearing

Rear brake aplication requires attention

Steering rack mountings spongy

Fail 8 Jul 2014 45,705 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Both side front brake flexible brake hoses perished

Front anti-roll bar bushes perished

Movement in nearside front wheel bearing

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

Rear brake aplication requires attention

Steering rack mountings spongy

Pass 27 Jun 2013 45,490 miles

Both front brake hoses perished

Front anti-roll bar mounting bushes perished

Movement in nearside front wheel bearing

Steering rack mountings spongey

Fail 27 Jun 2013 45,490 miles

Both front brake hoses perished

Front anti-roll bar mounting bushes perished

Movement in nearside front wheel bearing

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Steering rack mountings spongey

Fail 11 Jul 2012 45,319 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 45,319 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 45,162 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 45,006 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 44,926 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 44,693 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 44,489 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 44,358 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
Full Triumph Dolomite reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CMW 680L is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 61,172 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 CMW 680L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CMW 680L?

You can check the full history of CMW 680L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CMW 680L registered?

CMW 680L is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 7 March 1973.

Is CMW 680L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMW 680L shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CMW 680L have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CMW 680L. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.