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MFD 738V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,746 mi
Last recorded63,746 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFD 738V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 63,746 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 61,473 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 58,387 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 57,303 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 56,111 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 51,587 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 47,626 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 40,243 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 40,243 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 39,047 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 38,740 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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MFD 738V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MFD 738V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MFD 738V?

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What year was MFD 738V registered?

MFD 738V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 24 March 1980.

Is MFD 738V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFD 738V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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