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PFX 37W

1981 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,398 mi
Last recorded35,398 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Dolomite52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFX 37W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 May 2025 35,398 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 34,787 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 34,610 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 34,328 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 33,778 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 33,419 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 33,106 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 31,375 miles

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

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

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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PFX 37W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PFX 37W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PFX 37W registered?

PFX 37W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 22 May 1981.

Is PFX 37W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFX 37W shows 8 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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