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JWE 989W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,201 mi
Last recorded40,201 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWE 989W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 40,201 miles

Slight Play In The Steering And Front Wheel Bearings

Underside is undersealed

Pass 21 Sep 2019 36,967 miles

Slight Play In The Steering And Wheel Bearings

Vehicle Heavily Undersealed

Pass 8 Sep 2018 30,383 miles

Underseal / wax oil to the whole underside

Pass 13 Sep 2017 25,437 miles

Slight Play In The Steering And Both Front Wheel Bearings

Fail 9 Sep 2017 25,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn On The Inside Edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

Slight Play In The Steering And Both Front Wheel Bearings

Pass 8 Oct 2016 19,965 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 12,449 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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JWE 989W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 2,000cc 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 JWE 989W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JWE 989W?

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What year was JWE 989W registered?

JWE 989W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is JWE 989W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWE 989W 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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