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KPK 746W

1980 Triumph Dolomite

White Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,563 mi
Last recorded67,563 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Triumph Dolomite58,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPK 746W
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 67,563 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 66,913 miles

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel N/S/F & O/S/F (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 65,370 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 63,638 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (Benefit of doubt given) (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated Benefit of doubt given (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (2.7.3)

Steering rack has play in both inner tie rods.

Fail 15 Sep 2017 63,638 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated Benefit of doubt given (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (2.7.3)

Steering rack has play in both inner tie rods.

Pass 14 Sep 2016 62,264 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 61,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 61,030 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 59,895 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 58,619 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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KPK 746W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite in White with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 58,191 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 KPK 746W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KPK 746W registered?

KPK 746W is a 1980 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 5 September 1980.

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