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PBA 397R

1976 Triumph TR7

Black Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,599 mi
Last recorded26,599 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 1976 Triumph TR738,465 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBA 397R
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 26,599 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 26,506 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 26,486 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 26,484 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 26,451 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 26,451 miles

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 26,451 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Oil leak

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 26,091 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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PBA 397R is a 1976 Triumph TR7 in Black with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Triumph TR7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 38,465 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 TR7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBA 397R, 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 50 years old, this Triumph TR7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PBA 397R registered?

PBA 397R is a 1976 Triumph TR7, first registered on 28 October 1976.

Is PBA 397R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBA 397R shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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