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XPC 181S

1978 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,481 mi
Last recorded71,481 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2011
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPC 181S
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2011 71,481 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

o/s a post corroded

o/s boot floor corroded

o/s front panel corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2010 71,291 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 70,888 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 70,237 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 70,237 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 70,215 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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XPC 181S is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 56,231 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 XPC 181S, 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 48 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 XPC 181S?

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What year was XPC 181S registered?

XPC 181S is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 25 July 1978.

Is XPC 181S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPC 181S shows 6 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.

Does XPC 181S have outstanding finance?

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