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WCA 496W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,030 mi
Last recorded54,030 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCA 496W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2011 54,030 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 53,956 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 53,619 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 53,035 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 51,774 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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WCA 496W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WCA 496W, 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 WCA 496W registered?

WCA 496W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is WCA 496W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCA 496W shows 5 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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