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CMS 40S

1977 Triumph Dolomite

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

53,644 mi
Last recorded53,644 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMS 40S
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 53,644 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 53,644 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 53,613 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2007 53,285 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 53,283 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 May 2006 52,767 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 52,755 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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CMS 40S is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,560 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 CMS 40S, 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 49 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 CMS 40S registered?

CMS 40S is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is CMS 40S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMS 40S shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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