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BFU 728W

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,261 mi
Last recorded40,261 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFU 728W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 40,261 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective light switch (1.1.10 (f))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 40,172 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 40,075 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 38,534 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 38,503 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 14 Oct 2010 38,503 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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BFU 728W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BFU 728W, 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 BFU 728W?

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What year was BFU 728W registered?

BFU 728W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 15 January 1981.

Is BFU 728W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFU 728W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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