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DJF 911K

1972 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

52,239 mi
Last recorded52,239 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Dolomite52,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJF 911K
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Sep 2017 52,239 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch behind wheel (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion sill (6.1.C.1)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front and rear tyres cracking

underside heavily under sealed

Pass 19 Sep 2016 52,142 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front tyre has age related cracks

Fail 8 Sep 2016 52,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front tyre has age related cracks

Fail 3 Apr 2015 52,092 miles

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

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 51,874 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 51,715 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 51,404 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 51,398 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering column damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 50,553 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 49,632 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 49,630 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 49,315 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 49,285 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

vehicle heavely undersealed under vehcile inspeection difficult

Pass 23 Oct 2006 49,213 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

various bushes starting to deteriatte

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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DJF 911K is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DJF 911K, 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 DJF 911K registered?

DJF 911K is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 28 July 1972.

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