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HAF 277W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

78,872 mi
Last recorded78,872 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAF 277W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 78,872 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 76,179 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 74,105 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 72,538 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 71,511 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 70,521 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 70,521 miles

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 12 Jul 2019 73,795 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 71,745 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 68,735 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 65,607 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 62,464 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 60,484 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 58,949 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 55,809 miles

Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 53,124 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight play in rack

Pass 28 Jul 2010 50,228 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 47,656 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 6 Aug 2008 45,496 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 25 Jul 2007 42,523 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 40,113 miles

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

slight play in steering rack

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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HAF 277W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 58,191 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 HAF 277W, 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 46 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 HAF 277W registered?

HAF 277W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 16 September 1980.

Is HAF 277W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAF 277W shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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