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DBG 916X

1982 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,583 mi
Last recorded51,583 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1982 Triumph Tr 758,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBG 916X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 51,583 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 48,538 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 48,532 miles

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Both rear bump stops missing

Exhaust clamp adrift

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2008 45,344 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 44,859 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 44,824 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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DBG 916X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,886 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 DBG 916X, 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 44 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 DBG 916X registered?

DBG 916X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 22 July 1982.

Is DBG 916X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBG 916X 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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