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HHJ 557L

1973 Triumph Dolomite

Cream Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,718 mi
Last recorded65,718 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Triumph Dolomite61,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHJ 557L
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 65,718 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

slight play in steering rack

Fail 15 Mar 2018 65,718 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute not flashing (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

nearside front brake binding slightly

slight play in steering rack

Pass 14 Mar 2016 65,716 miles

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

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

both front brake calipers , dust covers are missing

various drain bungs are missing

wipers are poor

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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HHJ 557L is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite in Cream with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 61,172 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 HHJ 557L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HHJ 557L registered?

HHJ 557L is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 18 January 1973.

Is HHJ 557L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHJ 557L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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