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STM 751J

1971 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

3,640 mi
Last recorded3,640 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2006
Typical for 1971 Triumph Dolomite61,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTM 751J
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2006 3,640 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 3,631 miles

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

Offside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Apr 2006 3,631 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)

Lower Steering column flexible coupling locking device insecure (2.1.6)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) 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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STM 751J is a 1971 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 61,651 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 STM 751J, 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 55 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 STM 751J registered?

STM 751J is a 1971 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 25 May 1971.

Is STM 751J safe to buy?

The MOT history for STM 751J shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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