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DDU 55T

1978 Triumph Dolomite

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,025 mi
Last recorded89,025 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2007
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDU 55T
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2007 89,025 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 89,029 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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DDU 55T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DDU 55T, 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 DDU 55T registered?

DDU 55T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 15 December 1978.

Is DDU 55T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDU 55T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DDU 55T have outstanding finance?

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