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EPL 784J

1971 Triumph Dolomite

Brown Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,755 mi
Last recorded33,755 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Dolomite61,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPL 784J
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1971
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 33,755 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 31,731 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Oct 2014 31,486 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 12 Oct 2013 30,098 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 30,098 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2012 26,241 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 25,001 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 22,012 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 22,005 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 5,524 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 5,524 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EPL 784J is a 1971 Triumph Dolomite in Brown with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 61,651 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 EPL 784J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EPL 784J registered?

EPL 784J is a 1971 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 10 March 1971.

Is EPL 784J safe to buy?

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