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GDP 213N

1974 Triumph Dolomite

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,334 mi
Last recorded72,334 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 1974 Triumph Dolomite53,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDP 213N
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 72,334 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 71,081 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 69,783 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 67,717 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 67,717 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 31 May 2012 67,378 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 67,378 miles

Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 67,257 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 67,255 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 67,087 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 66,593 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 66,297 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 55,704 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 55,704 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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GDP 213N is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 53,014 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 GDP 213N, 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 52 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 GDP 213N?

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What year was GDP 213N registered?

GDP 213N is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 2 October 1974.

Is GDP 213N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDP 213N shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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