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BGF 891X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,163 mi
Last recorded39,163 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGF 891X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 39,163 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 38,485 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 37,376 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 36,384 miles

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt cut split (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 34,707 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 33,710 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 32,407 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 31,537 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 30,975 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 30,287 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 30,281 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute all indiactors (1.4.A.2g)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 29,380 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2015 29,380 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 29,182 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 29,024 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 29,024 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BGF 891X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BGF 891X, 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 BGF 891X registered?

BGF 891X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is BGF 891X safe to buy?

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