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XSN 652T

1978 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,789 mi
Last recorded25,789 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSN 652T
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 25,789 miles

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

Oil leak

offside front floor corroded oputside prescribed areas

Fail 14 Jul 2015 25,731 miles

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

Oil leak

offside front floor corroded oputside prescribed areas

Pass 10 Jul 2014 25,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

floor pan corroded outwith prescribed areas

Fail 10 Jul 2014 25,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

floor pan corroded outwith prescribed areas

Pass 16 Jul 2013 24,260 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2012 22,720 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2011 19,382 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2011 19,351 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2010 17,599 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 May 2010 17,599 miles

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

Oil leak

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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XSN 652T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 XSN 652T, 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 XSN 652T?

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What year was XSN 652T registered?

XSN 652T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 16 November 1978.

Is XSN 652T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSN 652T 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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