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SEA 219R

1977 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

71,961 mi
Last recorded71,961 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEA 219R
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2012 71,961 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 71,961 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 71,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 71,360 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 70,502 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 67,304 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 65,356 miles

exhaust system corroded

rear number plate slightly discoloured

slight play in steering column universal joint

Fail 12 Apr 2008 65,308 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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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SEA 219R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SEA 219R, 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 SEA 219R registered?

SEA 219R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 14 February 1977.

Is SEA 219R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEA 219R shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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