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PHD 384X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,916 mi
Last recorded61,916 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHD 384X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 61,916 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 61,916 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 60,875 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear handbrake low efficiency

oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2015 60,115 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

silencer box at rear is excessivly corroded but no leaks present

Pass 12 Nov 2013 59,334 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 57,958 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2011 55,716 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 53,677 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 52,613 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 52,585 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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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PHD 384X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PHD 384X, 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 PHD 384X registered?

PHD 384X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is PHD 384X safe to buy?

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