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YHM 393T

1978 Triumph Dolomite

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

43,587 mi
Last recorded43,587 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHM 393T
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 43,587 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 42,250 miles

Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOOT FLOOR (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 41,727 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 41,727 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 41,702 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 41,653 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 40,490 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 40,356 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 40,356 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 40,293 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 40,280 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 40,089 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 40,089 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Parking 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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YHM 393T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 YHM 393T, 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.

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What year was YHM 393T registered?

YHM 393T is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 29 September 1978.

Is YHM 393T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHM 393T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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