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KPE 615W

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,630 mi
Last recorded94,630 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPE 615W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 94,630 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 94,624 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 94,481 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 94,480 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure both sides (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 94,450 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 94,328 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated just acceptable (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 94,252 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 94,252 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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KPE 615W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KPE 615W, 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 KPE 615W registered?

KPE 615W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KPE 615W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPE 615W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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