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RTA 818X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,439 mi
Last recorded29,439 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTA 818X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 29,439 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 29,439 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 28,796 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 27,902 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 27,342 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 26,811 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 26,384 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 25,469 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 24,812 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 24,331 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 23,615 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 23,162 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 22,993 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 22,153 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 21,690 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 15 May 2008 20,959 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 20,807 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 20,286 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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RTA 818X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RTA 818X, 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

How do I check the history of RTA 818X?

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What year was RTA 818X registered?

RTA 818X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is RTA 818X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTA 818X shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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