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PMT 205R

1977 Triumph Tr 7

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

75,738 mi
Last recorded75,738 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1977 Triumph Tr 752,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMT 205R
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 75,738 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 75,682 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 75,679 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 75,674 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 75,674 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Fuel system component leaking float chamber overflow (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 75,671 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 75,671 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 75,663 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 75,589 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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PMT 205R is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,281 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 PMT 205R, 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 49 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 PMT 205R registered?

PMT 205R is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 3 June 1977.

Is PMT 205R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMT 205R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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