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WMU 17M

1971 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,564 mi
Last recorded69,564 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2007
Typical for 1971 Triumph Dolomite61,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMU 17M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2007 69,564 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 69,474 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 61,818 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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WMU 17M is a 1971 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 61,651 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WMU 17M, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WMU 17M?

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What year was WMU 17M registered?

WMU 17M is a 1971 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is WMU 17M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMU 17M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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