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DHU 614W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Brown Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,096 mi
Last recorded71,096 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHU 614W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 71,096 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 71,022 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 70,852 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 70,743 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 70,716 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 70,594 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 70,477 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers split x2 (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 70,454 miles

All direction indicators not working stay on don't flash (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubbers split x2 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 70,376 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 70,264 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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DHU 614W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Brown with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 58,191 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 DHU 614W, 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 46 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 DHU 614W registered?

DHU 614W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 11 August 1980.

Is DHU 614W safe to buy?

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