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AEF 759T

1979 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,309 mi
Last recorded12,309 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Triumph Tr 743,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEF 759T
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 12,309 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 12,300 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 12,268 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 12,189 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 12,179 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 11,733 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 10,936 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 10,216 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 10,210 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 7,592 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 May 2016 6,732 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 6,485 miles

rear brake discs slightly deteriorated

Pass 15 Mar 2011 6,403 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 6,067 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 6,064 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 5,961 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 5,502 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 4,112 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 4,065 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 3,997 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

emmisions above limit

Pass 3 Nov 2005 2,712 miles

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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AEF 759T is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 43,576 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 AEF 759T, 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 47 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 AEF 759T registered?

AEF 759T is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is AEF 759T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEF 759T shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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