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MMW 514X

1982 Triumph Tr 7

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

73,991 mi
Last recorded73,991 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1982 Triumph Tr 758,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMW 514X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 73,991 miles

wipers do not park automatically

Fail 12 May 2016 73,991 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

wipers do not park automatically

Pass 1 May 2015 73,900 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 73,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 2,622 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 2,622 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 2,586 miles

Both front strutt lower spring pans are showing signs of corrosion.

Both outer sill panels are showing signs of corrosion.

Rear service brakes are imbalanced.

Pass 25 Jul 2006 2,580 miles

Steering rack has slight play.

Fail 25 Jul 2006 2,580 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Steering rack has slight play.

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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MMW 514X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7 in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,886 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 MMW 514X, 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 44 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MMW 514X registered?

MMW 514X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 16 April 1982.

Is MMW 514X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMW 514X shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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