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OTF 233X

1982 Triumph TR7

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,514 mi
Last recorded37,514 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1982 Triumph TR754,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTF 233X
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 37,514 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 37,255 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 36,788 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 36,787 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2018 36,773 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 36,773 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 36,653 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 36,452 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 36,379 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 35,147 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 34,361 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7?

Based on 1,610 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
parking brake recording little or no effort 42
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OTF 233X is a 1982 Triumph TR7 in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Triumph TR7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 54,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph TR7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OTF 233X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 44 years old, this Triumph TR7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OTF 233X registered?

OTF 233X is a 1982 Triumph TR7, first registered on 1 June 1982.

Is OTF 233X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTF 233X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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