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RVL 17L

1972 Triumph Dolomite

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,838 mi
Last recorded92,838 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1972 Triumph Dolomite52,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVL 17L
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 92,838 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 91,678 miles

OIL LEAK

Pass 1 Oct 2016 89,934 miles

Oil leak slight ()

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Pass 12 Aug 2015 88,310 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 88,278 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Coolant leak

play in bottom steering colom bearing

Pass 5 Mar 2007 88,386 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 88,360 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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RVL 17L is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RVL 17L, 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.

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What year was RVL 17L registered?

RVL 17L is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 2 August 1972.

Is RVL 17L safe to buy?

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