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SNE 38X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

92,871 mi
Last recorded92,871 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNE 38X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 92,871 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 91,670 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 90,891 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 90,890 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 88,016 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 82,978 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 82,696 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 82,696 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Lower Steering column attachment defective column pinch bolt loose tightened up now ok (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 82,178 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 82,161 miles

Central Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 81,803 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 81,803 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported renewed both rear exhaust mountings (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 81,177 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 81,154 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 80,361 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 79,991 miles

rear tyres perishing, not excessively split or showing canvas

Pass 29 Jul 2011 79,124 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 78,049 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 77,794 miles

front suspension bushes slightly perished

slight wear in steering rack ends

Pass 10 Jul 2008 77,719 miles

rear shockabsorbers slightly weak

slight wear in steering rack ends

track control arm bushes slightly perished

Pass 26 Jul 2007 77,323 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 76,842 miles

slight play in steering rack ends

slight wear in suspension top mountings

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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SNE 38X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SNE 38X, 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 SNE 38X?

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What year was SNE 38X registered?

SNE 38X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 21 August 1981.

Is SNE 38X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNE 38X shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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