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XBJ 985S

1977 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,500 mi
Last recorded80,500 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2010
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBJ 985S
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2010 80,500 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 80,500 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 80,165 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 80,165 miles

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 79,700 miles

general body work showing signs of corrosion

Fail 21 Aug 2008 79,700 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 79,205 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 78,757 miles

corrosion around front edges of front wings and rear wheel arches

Fail 17 Aug 2006 78,757 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

corrosion around front edges of front wings and rear wheel arches

Pass 19 Aug 2005 78,223 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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XBJ 985S is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,560 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 XBJ 985S, 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 49 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 XBJ 985S registered?

XBJ 985S is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 14 December 1977.

Is XBJ 985S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBJ 985S shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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