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LOC 387X

1981 Triumph TR7

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,076 mi
Last recorded40,076 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Triumph TR750,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOC 387X
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 40,076 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 40,068 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 40,067 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2008 39,971 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 39,917 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 39,907 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7?

Based on 1,610 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
parking brake recording little or no effort 42
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LOC 387X is a 1981 Triumph TR7 in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph TR7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 50,389 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 TR7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LOC 387X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph TR7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LOC 387X?

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What year was LOC 387X registered?

LOC 387X is a 1981 Triumph TR7, first registered on 25 August 1981.

Is LOC 387X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOC 387X shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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