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VNU 355N

1974 Triumph Dolomite

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,427 mi
Last recorded52,427 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Dolomite53,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNU 355N
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 52,427 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

slight bind on front brakes

Pass 13 May 2016 51,878 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 51,878 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 49,943 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 49,969 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 49,843 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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VNU 355N is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VNU 355N, 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 VNU 355N registered?

VNU 355N is a 1974 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is VNU 355N safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNU 355N shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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