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FGH 914X

1982 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,781 mi
Last recorded29,781 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1982 Triumph Tr 758,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGH 914X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 29,781 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 29,746 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 29,719 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Jul 2016 29,718 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Sep 2014 29,705 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 29,690 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 29,661 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 29,644 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 29,631 miles

Coolant leak

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front wiper linkage worn

Pass 16 Jul 2009 29,588 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 29,527 miles

Nearside front shock dust cover completely split open

Offside front dust cover completely split open

Offsie front bumpstop deterioated and missing

Fail 15 Jul 2008 29,527 miles

Nearside front shock dust cover completely split open

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

Offside front dust cover completely split open

Offsie front bumpstop deterioated and missing

Pass 8 Jun 2007 29,498 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 29,475 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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FGH 914X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FGH 914X, 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 FGH 914X registered?

FGH 914X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 29 March 1982.

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The MOT history for FGH 914X shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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