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KOX 171W

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,548 mi
Last recorded47,548 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOX 171W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 47,548 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 45,274 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 43,700 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 41,934 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 40,290 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 39,147 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 39,111 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 39,063 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 38,938 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 38,674 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 38,737 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 38,268 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 37,996 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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KOX 171W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KOX 171W, 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 KOX 171W registered?

KOX 171W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 26 September 1980.

Is KOX 171W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOX 171W shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KOX 171W have outstanding finance?

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