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VHP 515X

1981 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,996 mi
Last recorded55,996 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 1981 Triumph Dolomite52,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHP 515X
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2019 55,996 miles

Heavy underseal

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 53,001 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 52,922 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 52,699 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 52,597 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 52,522 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 52,084 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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VHP 515X is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 52,986 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 VHP 515X, 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 45 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VHP 515X registered?

VHP 515X is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 19 August 1981.

Is VHP 515X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHP 515X shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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