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SMK 144M

1974 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,848 mi
Last recorded77,848 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph Dolomite53,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMK 144M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2025 77,848 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 71,255 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 70,670 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 69,620 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 69,380 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 69,103 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 68,393 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 67,805 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 67,442 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 67,116 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 66,663 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 66,334 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 65,527 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 64,624 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 64,342 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 63,388 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 62,109 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 60,587 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 58,725 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 57,908 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 55,587 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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SMK 144M is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SMK 144M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SMK 144M registered?

SMK 144M is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is SMK 144M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMK 144M shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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