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UGN 748W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,661 mi
Last recorded69,661 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGN 748W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2022 69,661 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body: wheel arch/sill - area marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 69,661 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body: wheel arch/sill - area marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 69,333 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 69,155 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 69,110 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 68,875 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 68,683 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 68,683 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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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UGN 748W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 58,191 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 UGN 748W, 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 46 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 UGN 748W registered?

UGN 748W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 15 September 1980.

Is UGN 748W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGN 748W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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