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JLF 986N

1975 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

95,757 mi
Last recorded95,757 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1975 Triumph Dolomite54,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLF 986N
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 95,757 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 93,517 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 93,174 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 93,168 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 93,149 miles

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

movement in lower steering column bush

Fail 4 May 2012 93,149 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

movement in lower steering column bush

Pass 27 Apr 2011 93,122 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear fog lights fitted but not working

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 27 Apr 2011 93,119 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Rear fog lights fitted but not working

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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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JLF 986N is a 1975 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 JLF 986N, 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.

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What year was JLF 986N registered?

JLF 986N is a 1975 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 May 1975.

Is JLF 986N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLF 986N shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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