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JVU 815V

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

15,140 mi
Last recorded15,140 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVU 815V
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 15,140 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 14,881 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 14,228 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 14,201 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure MOUNT SPLIT (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear FOG LAMP NOT WORKING

Pass 29 Apr 2019 13,848 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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 Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 12,977 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 12,723 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 12,694 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 12,608 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 12,499 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 12,432 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 12,373 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 12,276 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 11,952 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 11,525 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 11,346 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 10,815 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 10,639 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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JVU 815V is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 JVU 815V, 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 JVU 815V registered?

JVU 815V is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is JVU 815V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVU 815V shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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