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ACR 831V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,005 mi
Last recorded67,005 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2012
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACR 831V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2012 67,005 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 65,665 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 62,147 miles

both headlight aims on upper limits

engine/gearbox oil leaks

front wheels inner rim close to steering track rod end (rubber boot rubbing)

oil dampness around o/s front shock absorber

parking brake cable outer casing damaged (resting against exhaust)

slight play in steering rack

slight rear diff oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2009 62,041 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both headlight aims on upper limits

engine/gearbox oil leaks

front wheels inner rim close to steering track rod end (rubber boot rubbing)

oil dampness around o/s front shock absorber

parking brake cable outer casing damaged (resting against exhaust)

slight play in steering rack

slight rear diff oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2008 60,238 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

play in steering rack n/s and o/s

vehicle has heavy underseal

Pass 21 Aug 2007 59,129 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 58,127 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 58,127 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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ACR 831V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 57,693 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 ACR 831V, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACR 831V registered?

ACR 831V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 10 April 1980.

Is ACR 831V safe to buy?

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