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EKO 222T

1979 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

71,026 mi
Last recorded71,026 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 Triumph Dolomite56,897 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKO 222T
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 71,026 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 70,916 miles

oil leak

rear springs rusting

Pass 15 May 2019 70,831 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 70,605 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 70,462 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 69,921 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 69,844 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 69,808 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2012 67,110 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 66,353 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 62,913 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 62,007 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 62,007 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 58,834 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 57,733 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 55,029 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 May 2006 55,029 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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EKO 222T is a 1979 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 56,897 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 EKO 222T, 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 47 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 EKO 222T registered?

EKO 222T is a 1979 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 21 June 1979.

Is EKO 222T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKO 222T shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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