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GMR 792W

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,633 mi
Last recorded9,633 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMR 792W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 9,633 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 9,247 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 9,244 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 9,243 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 9,092 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 9,601 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 9,055 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 9,055 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 8,973 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 8,973 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 8,730 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 7,714 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 5,072 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 1,597 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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GMR 792W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 60,266 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 GMR 792W, 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 45 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 GMR 792W registered?

GMR 792W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 4 February 1981.

Is GMR 792W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMR 792W shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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