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LTS 831P

1976 Triumph TR7

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,373 mi
Last recorded8,373 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2020
Typical for 1976 Triumph TR738,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTS 831P
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2020 8,373 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2018 8,292 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 8,149 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 7,789 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 7,629 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 7,611 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

handbrake long travel

track day vehicle highly modified engine,suspension,exhaust.Interior strpped bucket seats and full harnesses fitted,all done to a high standard

Pass 16 Aug 2013 7,611 miles

handbrake long travel

track day vehicle highly modified engine,suspension,exhaust.Interior strpped bucket seats and full harnesses fitted,all done to a high standard

Pass 23 Jun 2012 7,458 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

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

Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2012 7,458 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

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

Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 7,270 miles

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

front brake discs slighty corroded.

n/s/r tyre tread slighty cracking.

o/s/r tyre tread slighty cracking.

rear brake discs slighty corroded.

Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,063 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 May 2008 6,836 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 6,697 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 6,085 miles

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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LTS 831P is a 1976 Triumph TR7 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1976 Triumph TR7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 38,465 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LTS 831P, 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 50 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 LTS 831P?

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What year was LTS 831P registered?

LTS 831P is a 1976 Triumph TR7, first registered on 28 May 1976.

Is LTS 831P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LTS 831P shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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