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RPG 917R

1977 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

8,106 mi
Last recorded8,106 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPG 917R
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 8,106 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 7,933 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 7,869 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 7,716 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 7,171 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 6,219 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 5,908 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 5,712 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside screen washer jet is slightly weak

rear rubber exhaust mounting is slightly perished

Pass 4 Jul 2014 5,661 miles

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

Nearside front seat loose but not insecure

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

Slight play in steering column

Fail 4 Jul 2014 5,661 miles

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

Nearside front seat loose but not insecure

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Slight play in steering column

Pass 11 Jul 2013 5,335 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2013 5,305 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2012 5,048 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 4,723 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 4,434 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 4,185 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 3,881 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 3,119 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 2,598 miles

slight imbalance on rear brakes

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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RPG 917R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,560 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 RPG 917R, 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 49 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 RPG 917R registered?

RPG 917R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 22 April 1977.

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The MOT history for RPG 917R shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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