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SOR 514M

1974 Triumph Dolomite

Red Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,213 mi
Last recorded30,213 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph Dolomite53,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 514M
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 30,213 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 29,892 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2024 29,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 29,724 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive [engine] (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 28,778 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 28,183 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine location (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear hand-brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 17 Oct 2020 27,106 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2020 27,106 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 27,006 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 26,982 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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SOR 514M is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite in Red with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SOR 514M, 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 SOR 514M registered?

SOR 514M is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 5 February 1974.

Is SOR 514M safe to buy?

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