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OBW 557W

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,038 mi
Last recorded34,038 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBW 557W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 34,038 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 33,785 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 33,223 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 32,891 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 32,668 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 32,192 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 32,186 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 31,476 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 30,770 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 29,781 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 29,151 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 28,068 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 27,185 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 26,255 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 25,334 miles

both front suspension ball joint dust cover slight deterioated

near side front steering track rod end dust cover slight deterioated

near side rear bump stop missing

Pass 12 Mar 2011 24,240 miles

both lower ball joint ruber slight deterioated

near side rear coil spring reating ruber deterioated

off side front track rod end rubber boot split

Pass 10 Apr 2010 23,410 miles

offside front,offside rear and nearside rear tyre outer walls deteriorating

Pass 16 Mar 2009 22,415 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 21,962 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 21,221 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 20,635 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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OBW 557W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OBW 557W, 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

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What year was OBW 557W registered?

OBW 557W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 3 April 1981.

Is OBW 557W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBW 557W shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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