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CDM 349S

1978 Triumph TR7

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,695 mi
Last recorded6,695 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 1978 Triumph TR737,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDM 349S
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 6,695 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 6,664 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2012 6,533 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 6,412 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 6,397 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 5,606 miles

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 5,606 miles

Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 4,044 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 3,876 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 3,606 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7?

Based on 1,610 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
parking brake recording little or no effort 42
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CDM 349S is a 1978 Triumph TR7 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Triumph TR7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 37,749 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph TR7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CDM 349S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Triumph TR7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CDM 349S registered?

CDM 349S is a 1978 Triumph TR7, first registered on 10 February 1978.

Is CDM 349S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDM 349S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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