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JBR 558T

1978 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,161 mi
Last recorded56,161 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBR 558T
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 56,161 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 55,827 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 55,544 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion n/s/f lower inner wheel arch slightly corroded (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion o/s/f lower inner wheel arch slightly corroded (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 55,190 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 55,189 miles

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 54,758 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 54,140 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 53,618 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 52,991 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 52,991 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 52,371 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 51,699 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s+o/s rear tyre's perished on sidewalls to tread

Fail 4 Aug 2010 51,696 miles

Lower Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s+o/s rear tyre's perished on sidewalls to tread

Pass 3 Oct 2006 51,685 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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JBR 558T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 56,231 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 JBR 558T, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JBR 558T registered?

JBR 558T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 August 1978.

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The MOT history for JBR 558T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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