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LRP 759V

1979 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

83,985 mi
Last recorded83,985 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2006
Typical for 1979 Triumph Tr 743,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRP 759V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2006 83,985 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Aug 2006 83,951 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Fail 23 May 2006 83,928 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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LRP 759V is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 43,576 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 LRP 759V, 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 47 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 LRP 759V registered?

LRP 759V is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 12 November 1979.

Is LRP 759V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRP 759V shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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