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GMJ 658Y

1983 Triumph Tr 7

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,021 mi
Last recorded77,021 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Triumph Tr 756,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMJ 658Y
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 77,021 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Water leak from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 76,795 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 76,709 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 76,653 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 76,466 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 76,394 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 76,377 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 76,359 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 76,359 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GMJ 658Y is a 1983 Triumph Tr 7 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 56,776 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 GMJ 658Y, 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 43 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 GMJ 658Y registered?

GMJ 658Y is a 1983 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 2 February 1983.

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The MOT history for GMJ 658Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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