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RJK 49S

1978 Triumph Tr 7

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,953 mi
Last recorded15,953 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Tr 754,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJK 49S
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 15,953 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 14,022 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 12,760 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 10,791 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

sill covers

top column bush worn

varous bushes front and rear split

Pass 17 Aug 2013 9,194 miles

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2012 9,187 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 8,719 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 8,686 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 7,654 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 6,238 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 6,256 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 4,090 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 2,054 miles

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

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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RJK 49S is a 1978 Triumph Tr 7 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 54,578 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 RJK 49S, 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 48 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 RJK 49S registered?

RJK 49S is a 1978 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 2 January 1978.

Is RJK 49S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJK 49S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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