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DPJ 942T

1978 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,241 mi
Last recorded79,241 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2010
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 942T
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2010 79,241 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 79,241 miles

Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

tracking

Pass 5 Feb 2009 76,731 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 76,720 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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DPJ 942T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 DPJ 942T, 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.

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What year was DPJ 942T registered?

DPJ 942T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 14 August 1978.

Is DPJ 942T safe to buy?

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