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JDV 2V

1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,871 mi
Last recorded55,871 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible49,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDV 2V
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7 Convertible
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 55,871 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 55,179 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 53,925 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 52,035 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 50,129 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 48,608 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 48,608 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 44,874 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 41,281 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 41,281 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 37,957 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 37,582 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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JDV 2V is a 1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 49,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JDV 2V, 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 46 years old, this Triumph TR7 Convertible is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JDV 2V registered?

JDV 2V is a 1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible, first registered on 12 April 1980.

Is JDV 2V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDV 2V shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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