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GPE 523N

1974 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,189 mi
Last recorded14,189 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1974 Triumph Dolomite53,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPE 523N
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 14,189 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 11,853 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 10,824 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2017 10,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 9,479 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 9,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2007 8,747 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,040 miles

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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GPE 523N is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GPE 523N, 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.

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What year was GPE 523N registered?

GPE 523N is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 8 November 1974.

Is GPE 523N safe to buy?

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