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KPG 889W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,682 mi
Last recorded62,682 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPG 889W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 62,682 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 61,896 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 61,876 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 61,442 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 61,206 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 60,221 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 889W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KPG 889W, 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 889W registered?

KPG 889W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KPG 889W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPG 889W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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