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HPY 773V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 3942cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,933 mi
Last recorded53,933 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPY 773V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,942cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 53,933 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2016 53,745 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 52,784 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 52,784 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 52,337 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 52,337 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 51,554 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 51,554 miles

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

Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

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

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 51,107 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

slight corroision on nearside inner seal

slight corrosion on nearside front supension strut mounting point

slight corrosion on offside front supension strut mounting point

slight corrosion on offside inner seal

Pass 20 Jul 2010 50,895 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 50,895 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 50,574 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 50,029 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 50,022 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 49,508 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside front inner wing repairs

offside rear brake effort low

rear exhaust mounts

rear floors rusted

sill edges welding

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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HPY 773V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 3,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HPY 773V, 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 HPY 773V registered?

HPY 773V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 7 May 1980.

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