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KUX 493W

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

32,909 mi
Last recorded32,909 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUX 493W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 32,909 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 30,461 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 30,461 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 29,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 29,000 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 28,462 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 25,459 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front suspension both sides slight play

nearside wiper poor

sills/suspension areas/chassis both sides front and rear patch repaired

wipers not self parking

Fail 21 Jun 2010 25,450 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

front suspension both sides slight play

nearside wiper poor

sills/suspension areas/chassis both sides front and rear patch repaired

wipers not self parking

Pass 25 Jun 2009 23,995 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front number plate poor

wipers not self parking

Fail 25 Jun 2009 23,995 miles

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front number plate poor

wipers not self parking

Pass 14 Jul 2008 22,442 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 20,850 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

all chassis/sills/innerwings and floor areas patch repaired and under sealed

steering lock to lock not equal

steering rack worn/play

wipers not self parking

Pass 21 Jul 2006 20,356 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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KUX 493W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KUX 493W, 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 KUX 493W registered?

KUX 493W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 3 October 1980.

Is KUX 493W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUX 493W shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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