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CVC 38K

1972 Triumph Dolomite

Brown Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,675 mi
Last recorded94,675 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 1972 Triumph Dolomite52,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVC 38K
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 94,675 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

exhoust rubber not attatched but system still supported

Pass 6 Dec 2013 93,452 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 92,742 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 92,259 miles

Nearside Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Nov 2011 92,209 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column universal joint locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 90,136 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Nov 2010 90,136 miles

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 86,544 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 86,491 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 84,239 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 82,213 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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CVC 38K is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite in Brown with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 52,584 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 CVC 38K, 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 54 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 CVC 38K registered?

CVC 38K is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 3 May 1972.

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