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FVA 430W

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Gold Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,638 mi
Last recorded56,638 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVA 430W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 56,638 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 56,626 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 56,626 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 55,590 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 55,479 miles

Both front brake flexi hoses perished

Heavey coats of underseal on the underside

Pass 9 Jun 2014 54,980 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 54,395 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 52,630 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 52,590 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 51,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Radiator has slight leak.

Pass 12 Jun 2010 50,164 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 1 Jul 2009 48,459 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 1 Jul 2009 48,459 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 46,441 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 46,441 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 44,416 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 42,467 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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FVA 430W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Gold with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 57,693 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 FVA 430W, 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 46 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 FVA 430W registered?

FVA 430W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 23 September 1980.

Is FVA 430W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVA 430W shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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