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WNP 52V

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,613 mi
Last recorded35,613 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNP 52V
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 35,613 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 35,612 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 33,634 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 31,772 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 30,086 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 28,414 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 25,590 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 23,795 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 21,570 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 18,676 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 16,410 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 16,388 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 14,457 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 12,564 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 10,885 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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WNP 52V is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WNP 52V, 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.

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What year was WNP 52V registered?

WNP 52V is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 3 June 1980.

Is WNP 52V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNP 52V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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