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MLN 17V

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Brown Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,275 mi
Last recorded48,275 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLN 17V
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 48,275 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Feb 2017 48,271 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

oil leak crankshaft pully nut missing

Pass 12 Feb 2016 45,332 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 44,724 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 43,957 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 43,219 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 42,600 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 41,802 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 40,950 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 40,234 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 39,368 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 38,353 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 37,371 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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MLN 17V is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Brown with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MLN 17V, 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 MLN 17V registered?

MLN 17V is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 25 March 1980.

Is MLN 17V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLN 17V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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