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MEJ 102R

1977 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,157 mi
Last recorded30,157 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Dolomite56,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEJ 102R
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,157 miles

Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 28,550 miles

Tyres perished

Fail 3 Dec 2015 28,550 miles

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Tyres perished

Pass 13 Apr 2011 28,537 miles

brakes binding a little

Pass 10 Feb 2010 28,522 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 28,510 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 28,448 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 28,353 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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MEJ 102R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 56,560 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 MEJ 102R, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MEJ 102R registered?

MEJ 102R is a 1977 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 22 February 1977.

Is MEJ 102R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEJ 102R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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