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HDP 869N

1975 Triumph Dolomite

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,592 mi
Last recorded14,592 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2011
Typical for 1975 Triumph Dolomite54,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDP 869N
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1975
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2011 14,592 miles

body corrosion and repaires

roof at rear corroded nearside and offside

Fail 7 Jul 2011 14,592 miles

Front Sub-frame cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

body corrosion and repaires

roof at rear corroded nearside and offside

Pass 23 Jun 2010 14,005 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

both rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

under body corrosion and repaires

Pass 2 Jul 2009 13,632 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 13,632 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

very bad oil leak from filter area

Fail 2 Jul 2008 112,848 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 112,848 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 12,227 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2006 110,961 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 110,958 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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HDP 869N is a 1975 Triumph Dolomite in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1975 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 54,388 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 HDP 869N, 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 51 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 HDP 869N registered?

HDP 869N is a 1975 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 19 February 1975.

Is HDP 869N safe to buy?

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