MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,886 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
oil leak
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end (2.4.A.3)
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
oil leak
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
How Reliable is the Triumph Dolomite?
Based on 17,210 MOT tests across 2,188 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RAR 779W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 RAR 779W, 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.
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How do I check the history of RAR 779W?
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What year was RAR 779W registered?
RAR 779W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 22 August 1980.
Is RAR 779W safe to buy?
The MOT history for RAR 779W shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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