CarVerify

Free Car Check

OBV 3X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Gold Petrol 3528cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2023
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

85,207 mi
Last recorded85,207 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBV 3X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2022 85,207 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 83,316 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 83,021 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 82,595 miles

steering wheel is worn

Fail 11 Jul 2019 82,595 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

steering wheel is worn

Pass 24 Jul 2018 81,695 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 81,684 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear tyres are perishing

front wiper blades are split

steering wheel is worn

Pass 22 Mar 2017 80,455 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 79,400 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 78,468 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 78,465 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 77,961 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 77,961 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 77,378 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 10 Oct 2012 77,378 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2011 76,699 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 76,699 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 76,661 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

n/s o/s sill panels corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2009 74,766 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 74,766 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 72,905 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 72,858 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 68,204 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 61,755 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 55,534 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
Full Triumph Tr 7 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OBV 3X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Gold with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 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 OBV 3X, 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 OBV 3X?

You can check the full history of OBV 3X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OBV 3X registered?

OBV 3X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 6 August 1981.

Is OBV 3X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBV 3X shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBV 3X have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OBV 3X. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.