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RXG 229M

1972 Triumph Dolomite

Cream Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

93,066 mi
Last recorded93,066 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2006
Typical for 1972 Triumph Dolomite52,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRXG 229M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1972
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2006 93,066 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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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RXG 229M is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite in Cream with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RXG 229M, 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 RXG 229M registered?

RXG 229M is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is RXG 229M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RXG 229M shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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