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NVW 266V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Silver Petrol 4039cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,771 mi
Last recorded10,771 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVW 266V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,039cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 10,771 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 10,578 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 9,825 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 8,918 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 8,084 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 7,479 miles

both front wheel arches corroded

rear wheel arches corroded

under side of vehicle corroded front/rear

Fail 26 Jan 2012 7,478 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

both front inner wheel arches corroded

oil round steering rack

rear wheel raches corroded

under side corroded fron/rear of vehicle

Pass 3 May 2007 7,419 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 7,419 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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NVW 266V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Silver with a 4,039cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NVW 266V, 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 NVW 266V registered?

NVW 266V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is NVW 266V safe to buy?

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