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7 DMW

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

11,511 mi
Last recorded11,511 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 DMW
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 11,511 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner steering rack tie rod ball joint is showing signs of ware

Pass 14 Apr 2022 8,902 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 8,110 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 7,432 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 6,454 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 6,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 5,593 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 5,377 miles

all tyres starting to crack

Fail 26 Apr 2016 5,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

all tyres starting to crack

Pass 21 Apr 2015 4,596 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 4,433 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 4,433 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 3,138 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 3,118 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 3 May 2011 99,709 miles

23% imbalance on front brakes

fuel pipe under bonnet perished

large amount of travel on handbrake

Pass 15 Sep 2009 96,975 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 96,975 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 93,650 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 93,650 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 91,397 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 90,162 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 87,563 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 87,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

How Reliable is the Triumph Tr 7?

Based on 26,315 MOT tests across 3,030 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
3,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,278
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,128
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,118
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 976
fog lamp not working 719
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7 DMW is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 60,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tr 7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 7 DMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tr 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 7 DMW?

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What year was 7 DMW registered?

7 DMW is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 15 April 1981.

Is 7 DMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 DMW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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