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HIJ 2445

1976 Triumph Dolomite

Cream Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

84,461 mi
Last recorded84,461 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1976 Triumph Dolomite52,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIJ 2445
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1976
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 84,461 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 82,880 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 82,880 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 82,249 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) and ball joint ()

Pass 18 Sep 2021 81,570 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2021 81,570 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both head lights adversely effected by indicators

Pass 24 Sep 2020 81,386 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in anti corrosive paint front to rear, unable to assess fully (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front engine oil leaking, but not excessively

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))

Steering rack retaining devices and bushes contaminated with oil and slight movement, but still secured

vehicle underside covered in anti corrosive paint unable to assess fully vehicle structure and integrity

Pass 20 Jun 2019 80,809 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 80,166 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 79,565 miles

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

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 24 Jun 2016 78,573 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 77,352 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 76,634 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

osr inner arch rusted, non structural

Pass 17 Jun 2013 75,806 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 74,951 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 74,247 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 73,054 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 72,151 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 71,048 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 69,558 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 68,465 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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HIJ 2445 is a 1976 Triumph Dolomite in Cream with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 52,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HIJ 2445, 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 50 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 HIJ 2445 registered?

HIJ 2445 is a 1976 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 16 January 1976.

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The MOT history for HIJ 2445 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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