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SJO 481X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,663 mi
Last recorded74,663 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJO 481X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 74,663 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 74,661 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 73,246 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Jun 2018 73,235 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 73,208 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 73,033 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 73,009 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush bolt (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper brake caliper locking device insecure bolt loose (3.5.1l)

Offside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 72,895 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 72,895 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2014 72,712 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 72,507 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 72,301 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 71,942 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 70,978 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 70,464 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 69,858 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 69,122 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 69,122 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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SJO 481X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SJO 481X, 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 SJO 481X?

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What year was SJO 481X registered?

SJO 481X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is SJO 481X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJO 481X shows 18 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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