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TSJ 258S

1977 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,541 mi
Last recorded20,541 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSJ 258S
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 20,541 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 20,088 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2014 19,980 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 19,898 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 19,780 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 19,780 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 13,705 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 12,599 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 12,589 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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TSJ 258S is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TSJ 258S, 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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What year was TSJ 258S registered?

TSJ 258S is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 22 November 1977.

Is TSJ 258S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSJ 258S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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