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KPD 105W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,532 mi
Last recorded89,532 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2012
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPD 105W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2012 89,532 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 89,510 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 89,462 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 89,444 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are not the same shape (1.7.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 88,624 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 88,624 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 88,624 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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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KPD 105W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 KPD 105W, 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 KPD 105W registered?

KPD 105W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KPD 105W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPD 105W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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