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DCP 216V

1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,300 mi
Last recorded51,300 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible49,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCP 216V
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7 Convertible
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2019 51,300 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 51,241 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 51,222 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7 Convertible?

Based on 1,243 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
522
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
fog lamp not working 53
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 47
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
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DCP 216V is a 1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 49,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph TR7 Convertible fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DCP 216V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 Convertible typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Triumph TR7 Convertible is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DCP 216V registered?

DCP 216V is a 1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible, first registered on 14 May 1980.

Is DCP 216V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCP 216V shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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