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SPR 744R

1977 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,787 mi
Last recorded98,787 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPR 744R
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 98,787 miles

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 28 Jul 2011 93,761 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 92,465 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s front seat belt slow to come out

noise in steering

o/s/f wing corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2009 91,210 miles

o/s/f tyre wearin g low on inner edge,tie bar bushes worn.

Pass 14 Jul 2008 89,479 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 87,879 miles

steering rack worn

Pass 30 Jun 2006 86,023 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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SPR 744R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SPR 744R, 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 SPR 744R registered?

SPR 744R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 30 June 1977.

Is SPR 744R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPR 744R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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