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MFX 255W

1981 Triumph Dolomite

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,483 mi
Last recorded69,483 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Dolomite52,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFX 255W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 69,483 miles

underside showing signs of corrosion/heavy undersealed

Pass 16 Nov 2017 69,476 miles

underside heavily undersealed

underside showing signs of corrosion

Fail 16 Nov 2017 69,476 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

underside heavily undersealed

underside showing signs of corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2016 69,437 miles

Offside front tyre perishing

Pass 6 Aug 2015 69,428 miles

all four tyres cracking but not showing cords

under body heavily undersealed

Fail 23 Apr 2013 69,410 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 69,410 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 69,399 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 69,399 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 69,348 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 69,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 9 Apr 2010 69,299 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 69,275 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 1 May 2008 69,256 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 5 Jan 2006 68,473 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 68,473 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

near side front tyre is starting to get low on tread

offside rear inner sill is rusty

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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MFX 255W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 52,986 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 MFX 255W, 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 45 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MFX 255W registered?

MFX 255W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 January 1981.

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