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FHU 682W

1981 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

50,734 mi
Last recorded50,734 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Dolomite52,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHU 682W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 50,734 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 50,604 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 50,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 49,636 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 49,636 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 47,799 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 47,799 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 46,616 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 46,533 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Jul 2017 46,533 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Sep 2016 45,040 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 45,025 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2005 45,025 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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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FHU 682W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 52,986 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 FHU 682W, 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 45 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 FHU 682W registered?

FHU 682W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 5 May 1981.

Is FHU 682W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHU 682W shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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