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PWD 489R

1976 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,259 mi
Last recorded33,259 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1976 Triumph Dolomite52,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWD 489R
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 33,259 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 33,162 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 32,982 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 32,727 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2023 32,727 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 32,206 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross over (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 31,967 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 31,967 miles

Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 31,879 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 31,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 31,268 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 31,143 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 31,019 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 30,815 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 30,294 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 29,953 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 29,003 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 29,003 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 27,763 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

slight wear in s/column u.j.

Pass 13 Jan 2011 27,763 miles

slight wear in s/column u.j.

Pass 18 Jan 2010 26,444 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 25,662 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 24,229 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 24,220 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 21,608 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 21,608 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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PWD 489R is a 1976 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 52,556 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 PWD 489R, 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 50 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 PWD 489R registered?

PWD 489R is a 1976 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 17 September 1976.

Is PWD 489R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWD 489R shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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