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PFW 654V

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,973 mi
Last recorded28,973 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFW 654V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 28,973 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 28,973 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2021 28,812 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 28,797 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 28,797 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 28,722 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 28,696 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 28,556 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 28,182 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 28,048 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 28,005 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 28,005 miles

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

front brakes binding

Pass 23 Aug 2012 27,925 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 27,846 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 27,754 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 27,659 miles

Centre exhaust mounting slightly deterioated.

N/s/f tyre perished.

N/s/r tyre perished.

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

O/s/f tyre perished.

O/s/r tyre perished.

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 27,551 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 27,107 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 26,324 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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PFW 654V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 57,693 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 PFW 654V, 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 46 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 PFW 654V?

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What year was PFW 654V registered?

PFW 654V is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is PFW 654V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFW 654V shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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