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TAN 877M

1973 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,010 mi
Last recorded81,010 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1973 Triumph Dolomite61,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAN 877M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 81,010 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 79,381 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 78,157 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 77,754 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 76,975 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 76,293 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 75,487 miles

n/s & o/s rear outer floors to sills light corosion

Fail 19 Jan 2018 75,487 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

n/s & o/s rear outer floors to sills light corosion

Pass 31 Dec 2016 75,207 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 75,207 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 74,956 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 74,633 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 73,517 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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TAN 877M is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 61,172 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 TAN 877M, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAN 877M?

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What year was TAN 877M registered?

TAN 877M is a 1973 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 3 August 1973.

Is TAN 877M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAN 877M shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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