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JAG 194V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

85,317 mi
Last recorded85,317 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAG 194V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 85,317 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed rubbing on exhaust (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 85,317 miles

Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))

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

Nearside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Offside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings bolts loose (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed rubbing on exhaust (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 84,603 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 84,262 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 84,052 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 93,022 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 82,403 miles

Slight corrosion starting on both front brake pipes

Slight oil leaks

Pass 3 Jun 2014 82,069 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2014 82,069 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2013 80,455 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2012 79,748 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 79,339 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 75,134 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 75,134 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 70,292 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 69,166 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 69,161 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 9 Jul 2008 69,161 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 68,426 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 66,547 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 64,877 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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JAG 194V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 JAG 194V, 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.

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JAG 194V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 June 1980.

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