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YYD 926S

1978 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

63,127 mi
Last recorded63,127 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Dolomite56,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYD 926S
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 63,127 miles

All four tyres slightly perished

Both front tyres worn close to tyre manufactures wear indicators

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Jul 2016 57,993 miles

Centre exhaust rubber mount deteriorated

Front brake hoses starting to perish

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil springs corroded

Rear exhaust rubber mount deteriorated

Rear metal brake pipes corroded

Wipers becoming poor

Pass 29 Jul 2015 52,967 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 15 May 2014 48,464 miles

all4 coil springs are rusty

oil/grease around the nearside rack boot

slight bind from nearside front brake

slight leak from manifold to downpipe joint

wipers smear slightly

Fail 14 May 2014 48,464 miles

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

all4 coil springs are rusty

oil/grease around the nearside rack boot

slight bind from nearside front brake

slight leak from manifold to downpipe joint

wipers smear slightly

Pass 13 May 2013 48,456 miles

all four coil springs are rusty

nearside rack boot has a pin hole, grease is leaking slightly

nearside track rod end dust cover is perished

slight bind from nearside front brake

Fail 3 May 2013 48,456 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

all four coil springs are rusty

nearside rack boot has a pin hole, grease is leaking slightly

nearside track rod end dust cover is perished

slight bind from nearside front brake

Pass 21 Mar 2012 48,358 miles

nearside rear brake slightly sticking on

slight worn inner rack joint nearside

steering column lower bush worn

Fail 14 Mar 2012 48,352 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear brake slightly sticking on

slight worn inner rack joint nearside

steering column lower bush worn

Pass 22 Mar 2011 46,920 miles

slight oil leaks

Pass 10 Dec 2009 46,376 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 45,962 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 45,607 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 44,880 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 44,880 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 44,002 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 43,994 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

spare tyre defective

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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YYD 926S is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YYD 926S, 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 YYD 926S registered?

YYD 926S is a 1978 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 23 January 1978.

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