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NRY 653M

1973 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

73,848 mi
Last recorded73,848 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Dolomite61,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRY 653M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 73,848 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 73,518 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 73,257 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 72,954 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 72,810 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 72,580 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 72,456 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 72,186 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 71,927 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 71,703 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 71,459 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 71,335 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 71,095 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 70,742 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 70,366 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 70,031 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 70,031 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 69,563 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 68,778 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 68,130 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 67,435 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 66,752 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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NRY 653M is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 NRY 653M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NRY 653M?

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What year was NRY 653M registered?

NRY 653M is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 14 September 1973.

Is NRY 653M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRY 653M shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NRY 653M have outstanding finance?

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