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PRO 55W

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,442 mi
Last recorded72,442 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRO 55W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 72,442 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 72,440 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 72,314 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 72,283 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 72,232 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 72,191 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 72,098 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 72,029 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 71,976 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 71,926 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 71,926 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,840 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 71,810 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 71,724 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 71,722 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2007 71,719 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s headlight dull

Pass 28 Sep 2006 71,689 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 71,590 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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PRO 55W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PRO 55W, 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

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What year was PRO 55W registered?

PRO 55W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is PRO 55W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRO 55W shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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