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GYM 948W

1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

54,970 mi
Last recorded54,970 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible63,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYM 948W
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7 Convertible
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc
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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 54,970 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front corrosion to inner wheel arch NOT in prescribed area

Wheel bearing has slight play all 4 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 54,970 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front corrosion to inner wheel arch NOT in prescribed area

Wheel bearing has slight play all 4 (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 53,350 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 63,350 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 52,672 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 52,689 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 50,432 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 48,077 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2018 48,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 45,952 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2017 45,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 44,074 miles

oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2015 42,555 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 38,920 miles

Nearside front inner wheelarch corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2013 37,241 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Wipers poor

Fail 8 Apr 2013 37,241 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Wipers poor

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 34,522 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Plastic cover sills fitted

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Apr 2012 34,520 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Plastic cover sills fitted

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 32,650 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 32,650 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 29,930 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 27,074 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 27,074 miles

Lower Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 25,314 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 22,451 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 22,451 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Cover sills fitted preventing examination of metalwork underneath.

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 12 Apr 2006 20,218 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 Apr 2006 20,218 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7 Convertible?

Based on 1,243 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
522
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
fog lamp not working 53
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 47
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
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GYM 948W is a 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 63,488 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 TR7 Convertible fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GYM 948W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 Convertible typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph TR7 Convertible is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GYM 948W is a 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible, first registered on 2 January 1981.

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