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NPX 696M

1973 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

78,468 mi
Last recorded78,468 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 1973 Triumph Dolomite61,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPX 696M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 78,468 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 78,468 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 78,453 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 78,440 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 78,419 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 78,376 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 78,349 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 78,303 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 78,222 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 78,155 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 78,032 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 77,882 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 77,739 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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NPX 696M is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 61,172 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 NPX 696M, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NPX 696M registered?

NPX 696M is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 16 August 1973.

Is NPX 696M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPX 696M 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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