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AEJ 91X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

73,011 mi
Last recorded73,011 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEJ 91X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 73,011 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 72,894 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2022 71,119 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 64,874 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 61,363 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 53,795 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 47,435 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 47,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 40,612 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 32,092 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 23,835 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 15,626 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 9,231 miles

Nearside Outer Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 4,013 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 98,567 miles

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

gearbox mounting - oil contaiminated

Pass 3 Mar 2010 92,007 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Recommend longer steering rack bolts fitted to n/s, only just touching nylock on nuts.

Pass 2 Mar 2009 82,386 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 76,484 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 70,030 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 61,705 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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AEJ 91X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AEJ 91X, 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

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What year was AEJ 91X registered?

AEJ 91X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 21 August 1981.

Is AEJ 91X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEJ 91X shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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