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DCV 848K

1972 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,472 mi
Last recorded50,472 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Dolomite52,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCV 848K
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2017 50,472 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 50,073 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 49,985 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 49,493 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2013 49,219 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 48,570 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 48,238 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2010 47,539 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 47,045 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 46,238 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 45,437 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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DCV 848K is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DCV 848K, 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.

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What year was DCV 848K registered?

DCV 848K is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 2 May 1972.

Is DCV 848K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCV 848K shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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