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THK 428R

1977 Triumph Dolomite

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

76,121 mi
Last recorded76,121 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHK 428R
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 76,121 miles

Corrosion to osr wheel arch no sharp edges at test

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to become detached engine compartment wiring (1.9.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Various points of corrosion throughout chassis, nothing seen excessive in any prescribed area

Fail 14 Sep 2015 76,118 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Corrosion to osr wheel arch no sharp edges at test

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to become detached engine compartment wiring (1.9.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Various points of corrosion throughout chassis, nothing seen excessive in any prescribed area

Fail 10 Aug 2015 76,111 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive Misfire on cylinder 2 (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive Ignition lead on cylinder 2 not delivering spark (7.3.B.1b)

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Headlamp dims both front sidelights (1.1.A.3f)

Corrosion to drivers rear wheel arch, no sharp edges and outside prescribed area

Electrical wiring deteriorated, but not likely to become detached Exhaust manifold close to loose engine wiring (1.9.2b)

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2015 76,104 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Both steering rack mounting bushes perished

Oil leak

Rear antirollbar fouling on rear exhaust in bump

Various points of corrosion throughout chassis, nothing seen excessive in any prescribed area

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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THK 428R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 THK 428R, 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.

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THK 428R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 13 April 1977.

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