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VGT 386R

1977 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,059 mi
Last recorded19,059 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGT 386R
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 19,059 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2018 19,059 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 17,034 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 15,316 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 15,316 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 13,138 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 10,800 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 8,141 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 6,086 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 2,844 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 2,689 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 2,514 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 2,306 miles

slight play in all 4 wheel bearings

Pass 12 Mar 2007 1,936 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 15 Mar 2006 1,433 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 1,428 miles

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

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

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

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

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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VGT 386R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VGT 386R, 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 VGT 386R registered?

VGT 386R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 14 June 1977.

Is VGT 386R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGT 386R shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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