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NWP 172Y

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,296 mi
Last recorded14,296 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWP 172Y
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 14,296 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 13,895 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 13,669 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 13,468 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 13,411 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 13,160 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 13,160 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 12,967 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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NWP 172Y is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 60,266 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 NWP 172Y, 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 45 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 NWP 172Y?

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What year was NWP 172Y registered?

NWP 172Y is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 6 October 1981.

Is NWP 172Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWP 172Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NWP 172Y have outstanding finance?

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