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YDM 740W

1981 Triumph Dolomite

Brown Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,235 mi
Last recorded73,235 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Triumph Dolomite52,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDM 740W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 73,235 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 73,158 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 73,158 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 73,110 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 73,069 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 73,004 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 72,850 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 72,769 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 72,660 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 72,445 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 72,223 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 72,140 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 71,974 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 71,835 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 71,805 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 71,720 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 71,454 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 71,454 miles

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

exhaust close to cable

Pass 27 Apr 2010 71,088 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in n/s steering arm

u/j rubber bush worn slightly

Pass 19 Jan 2009 70,572 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 70,465 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 70,465 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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YDM 740W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite in Brown with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 52,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YDM 740W, 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 45 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 YDM 740W registered?

YDM 740W is a 1981 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 23 January 1981.

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The MOT history for YDM 740W shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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