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HAF 870W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

79,626 mi
Last recorded79,626 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAF 870W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2013 79,626 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 79,626 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 69,723 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 79,614 miles

slight "drag" offside front brake

Pass 3 Aug 2010 79,611 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 79,593 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 79,525 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 79,425 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 79,421 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2006 79,138 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 79,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2005 78,899 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 78,882 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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 870W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 HAF 870W, 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.

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What year was HAF 870W registered?

HAF 870W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 26 September 1980.

Is HAF 870W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAF 870W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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