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PHN 865L

1972 Triumph Dolomite

Purple Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,327 mi
Last recorded41,327 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 1972 Triumph Dolomite52,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHN 865L
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 41,327 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 41,327 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 40,755 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 40,614 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2009 40,450 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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PHN 865L is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite in Purple with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 52,584 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 PHN 865L, 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 54 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 PHN 865L?

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What year was PHN 865L registered?

PHN 865L is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 November 1972.

Is PHN 865L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHN 865L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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