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JRW 599V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

59,622 mi
Last recorded59,622 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRW 599V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 59,622 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 59,434 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 59,372 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 59,242 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 58,892 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 58,549 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 58,370 miles

slight horizontal play at rear axle/wheels

Fail 1 Aug 2016 58,370 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

slight horizontal play at rear axle/wheels

Pass 15 Aug 2015 58,092 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 56,928 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 56,480 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 56,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 54,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

main beam warning light not working

Pass 4 Jul 2011 53,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 48,915 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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JRW 599V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 JRW 599V, 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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What year was JRW 599V registered?

JRW 599V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 2 January 1980.

Is JRW 599V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRW 599V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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