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HMO 23W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,916 mi
Last recorded4,916 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMO 23W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2021 4,916 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute doesnt flash just stays on (4.4.4 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front anti roll bar link d bushes melting

rust on sills / front wheel arch/surface rust on floor pan

Pass 28 Jul 2020 4,883 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

both front wheel bearings slight play

engine oil leak

Pass 2 May 2019 4,744 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 4,519 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 4,379 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 4,219 miles

play in steering rack o/s

steering rack boots worn

Pass 14 Apr 2015 4,052 miles

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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HMO 23W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HMO 23W, 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 HMO 23W registered?

HMO 23W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 30 September 1980.

Is HMO 23W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HMO 23W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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