MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,150 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under vehicle has been undersealed
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Tr 7?
Based on 26,315 MOT tests across 3,030 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EGV 971Y is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7 in Gold with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 EGV 971Y, 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
How do I check the history of EGV 971Y?
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What year was EGV 971Y registered?
EGV 971Y is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 27 August 1982.
Is EGV 971Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for EGV 971Y shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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