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JCH 261V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,095 mi
Last recorded74,095 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCH 261V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 74,095 miles

Underseal on the vehicle inspection Ltd

Pass 9 Jun 2016 73,753 miles

under seal under vehicle

Pass 16 Apr 2015 73,660 miles

underseal under vehicle

Pass 18 Mar 2014 71,582 miles

underseal under vehicle

Pass 16 Apr 2013 70,961 miles

slight wear in front wheel bearings

slight wear in steering system

Fail 16 Apr 2013 70,961 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight wear in front wheel bearings

slight wear in steering system

Pass 6 Apr 2012 70,831 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 70,734 miles

under body undersealed/ wear in steering system/ slight play in wheel bearings/ slight blow from exhaust

Pass 12 Apr 2010 70,362 miles

wear in steering joints..

Pass 15 Apr 2009 69,985 miles

slight wear in steering rack end joints

Pass 12 Mar 2008 69,973 miles

slight wear in steering rack end joints

wiper blades weak at ends

Pass 6 Dec 2006 69,290 miles

n/s/r suspension rubber missing

o/s wiper rubber weak at ends

slight wear in steering rack end joints

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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JCH 261V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 JCH 261V, 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 JCH 261V registered?

JCH 261V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 7 May 1980.

Is JCH 261V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCH 261V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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