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KPG 324W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

78,981 mi
Last recorded78,981 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPG 324W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 78,981 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 78,981 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 78,965 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 78,965 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 78,907 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 78,907 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 78,897 miles

Nearside outer sill corroded

Offside outer sill corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2016 78,812 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 77,974 miles

offside front floor pans corroded.offside front and nearside front door steps corroded.

Pass 7 Aug 2014 77,677 miles

offside and nearside door step to sill corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2013 77,643 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 77,643 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 77,617 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 77,617 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 77,479 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 77,479 miles

Offside Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 77,464 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 77,221 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 76,899 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 76,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 76,523 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 76,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 76,459 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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KPG 324W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 KPG 324W, 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 KPG 324W registered?

KPG 324W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 August 1980.

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