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SBL 73S

1977 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

128,204 mi
Last recorded128,204 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1977 Triumph Tr 752,281 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBL 73S
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 128,204 miles

some signs of corrosion and repair

Fail 15 Apr 2025 128,204 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

some signs of corrosion and repair

Pass 12 Apr 2024 127,899 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 127,681 miles

Minor exhaust blow nearside manifold/downpipe

Pass 18 Mar 2022 126,981 miles

seat belts modified

signs of repair

Fail 17 Mar 2022 126,969 miles

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

seat belts modified

signs of repair

Pass 30 Mar 2021 126,716 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 126,609 miles

Offside Front inner steering rack joint some play

minor oil leaks

some areas showing corrosion esp offside front suspension area

Pass 28 Mar 2019 126,206 miles

Offside Front hub some play

power steering leak detected

seat belts converted to harness

Pass 3 Feb 2018 125,674 miles

emissions marginal

minor play offside front hub

seat belts modified to harness

Fail 23 Jan 2018 125,666 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

emissions marginal

minor play offside front hub

seat belts modified to harness

Pass 26 Jan 2017 124,700 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

handbrake short and effort rather high

many modifications -play around front suspension/springs when lifted

Pass 22 Jan 2016 123,456 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 123,304 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 121,860 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 120,864 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 119,774 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 118,947 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 116,370 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 113,961 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 110,715 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 107,368 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 107,320 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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SBL 73S is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 SBL 73S, 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 SBL 73S registered?

SBL 73S is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is SBL 73S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBL 73S shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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