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RKE 160W

1981 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,352 mi
Last recorded51,352 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Dolomite52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKE 160W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 51,352 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear brake imbalance only just acceptable , nearside in need of service or repair

Pass 11 Jul 2024 50,054 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 49,774 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 49,030 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 48,450 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Jul 2020 48,145 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Aug 2018 47,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/70R13 82H (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 47,001 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/70R13 82H (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 46,211 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 45,954 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 45,575 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 45,203 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 45,054 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

n/s/rear brake effort slightly low.

Pass 27 Oct 2010 44,707 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 44,417 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 44,156 miles

slight play lower steering column bush.

Pass 30 Oct 2007 43,741 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2006 43,564 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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RKE 160W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 RKE 160W, 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 RKE 160W registered?

RKE 160W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 27 April 1981.

Is RKE 160W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKE 160W shows 18 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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