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MFK 21V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,833 mi
Last recorded14,833 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFK 21V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 14,833 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 14,821 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 14,514 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 14,455 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 14,444 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 13,825 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 13,662 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 13,479 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 12,716 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 12,423 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 12,405 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 11,456 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 10,983 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 9,834 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 8,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 8,858 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 8,249 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,441 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 5,558 miles

nearside front wheel bearing has slight free play.

offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated.

slight free play in steering rack.

Pass 23 Jun 2007 3,974 miles

Offside rear brake low out put

Pass 22 Jul 2006 3,481 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 3,481 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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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MFK 21V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 MFK 21V, 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

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What year was MFK 21V registered?

MFK 21V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 15 April 1980.

Is MFK 21V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFK 21V shows 22 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.

Does MFK 21V have outstanding finance?

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