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VFJ 788S

1977 Triumph Dolomite

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,907 mi
Last recorded62,907 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFJ 788S
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 62,907 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 62,694 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 62,118 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 61,541 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 61,010 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

relay sticking

Pass 23 Jul 2012 60,408 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 59,777 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 59,048 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 57,931 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 57,026 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 57,005 miles

Lower Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 56,245 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 54,450 miles

slight play in all four hubs

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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VFJ 788S is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VFJ 788S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VFJ 788S registered?

VFJ 788S is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 August 1977.

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The MOT history for VFJ 788S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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