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OVX 499V

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Brown Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,938 mi
Last recorded73,938 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVX 499V
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2026 73,938 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2025 73,103 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 72,229 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 71,257 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 70,344 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 69,376 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 68,509 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 67,404 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 65,133 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 62,780 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 59,933 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 56,964 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 53,536 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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OVX 499V 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 100%.

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 OVX 499V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OVX 499V?

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What year was OVX 499V registered?

OVX 499V is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 11 July 1980.

Is OVX 499V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVX 499V shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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