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JHP 723V

1979 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,843 mi
Last recorded94,843 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1979 Triumph Tr 743,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHP 723V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 94,843 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 93,790 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 91,606 miles

brake ferrules slightly corroded

Pass 21 May 2015 91,208 miles

slight coolant leak

slight play both front wheel bearings

Fail 21 May 2015 91,208 miles

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

slight coolant leak

slight play both front wheel bearings

Pass 22 Dec 2011 90,686 miles

slight oil leak

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

steering rack boots cracking/ perished

various steering and suspention dust covers split

Pass 16 Sep 2010 90,252 miles

slight imbalance rear brakes

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

various steering and suspention bushes slightly deteriated

various steering and suspention dust covers split

Pass 22 Jun 2009 89,847 miles

front suspention and steering dust covers split

n/s/r wheel binding slightly

slight play both front wheel bearings

Fail 22 Jun 2009 89,847 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

front suspention and steering dust covers split

n/s/r wheel binding slightly

slight play both front wheel bearings

Pass 18 Apr 2008 87,697 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 85,461 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 82,302 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 82,269 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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JHP 723V is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 43,576 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 JHP 723V, 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 47 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 JHP 723V registered?

JHP 723V is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 November 1979.

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