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NBU 198P

1976 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,362 mi
Last recorded66,362 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2006
Typical for 1976 Triumph Dolomite52,556 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBU 198P
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2006 66,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 15 Aug 2006 66,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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NBU 198P is a 1976 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 NBU 198P, 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 NBU 198P registered?

NBU 198P is a 1976 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 25 May 1976.

Is NBU 198P safe to buy?

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