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XSC 128W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

41,601 mi
Last recorded41,601 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSC 128W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Oct 2019 41,601 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at front mount behind upper suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front slam panel corroded and holed outwith prescribed areas

Offside Rear suspension travel restricted movement by exhaust

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

position lights and headlights operated by position light position on switch

Pass 30 Oct 2018 40,735 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 37,578 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 37,578 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 37,566 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Towbar component excessively corroded (6.6.1)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BOTH BODY SILLS HEAVILY COVERED IN UNDER SEAL

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

METAL FUEL LINES IN POOR CONDITION

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

O/S/R DOOR FOULING WHEN OPENING AND CLOSING

PARTS OF UNDER SIDE HEAVILY COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 32,255 miles

Oil leak

headlights come on with sidelights

nsf chassis leg heavily repaired

osr hub has a misting of oil

outer body sills only spot welded

slight play in ns inner rack end

slight play in osf upper ball joint

Fail 8 Feb 2012 32,130 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Oil leak

headlights come on with sidelights

nsf chassis leg heavily repaired

osr hub has a misting of oil

outer body sills only spot welded

slight play in ns inner rack end

slight play in osf upper ball joint

Pass 24 Feb 2011 26,863 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 26,844 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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XSC 128W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 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 XSC 128W, 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 XSC 128W registered?

XSC 128W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 6 August 1980.

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