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WPD 273M

1974 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,626 mi
Last recorded3,626 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Dolomite53,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPD 273M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 3,626 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2017 2,236 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 1,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 73 miles

has free play at lower steering column bush

offside engine mounting showing signs of wear

slight play at steering rack securing mountings

Fail 9 Feb 2015 73 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

has free play at lower steering column bush

offside engine mounting showing signs of wear

slight play at steering rack securing mountings

Pass 9 Apr 2014 67,254 miles

slight play at steering coloumn

Pass 5 Jan 2013 67,254 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 67,257 miles

Oil leak

advice play in steering rack

corrosion on underside of vehicle

imbalance on front and rear brakes

travel on handbrake lever

Fail 26 Aug 2011 67,254 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

advice play in steering rack

corrosion on underside of vehicle

imbalance on front and rear brakes

travel on handbrake lever

Pass 17 May 2010 67,254 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 67,254 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 67,254 miles

slight bind at both rear brakes

Fail 5 Mar 2009 67,254 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

slight bind at both rear brakes

Pass 24 Apr 2006 67,254 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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WPD 273M is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 53,014 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 WPD 273M, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WPD 273M registered?

WPD 273M is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 6 June 1974.

Is WPD 273M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPD 273M shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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