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PPU 785M

1974 Triumph Dolomite

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

98,993 mi
Last recorded98,993 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 Triumph Dolomite53,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPU 785M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 98,993 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2026 98,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2020 98,269 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 97,716 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 96,703 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Dec 2016 96,703 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2015 93,323 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 92,101 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 89,530 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 88,255 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 86,883 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 83,523 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 805,269 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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PPU 785M is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 53,014 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 PPU 785M, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PPU 785M registered?

PPU 785M is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 16 January 1974.

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