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SNL 987S

1978 Triumph Tr 7

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,350 mi
Last recorded69,350 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1978 Triumph Tr 754,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNL 987S
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 69,350 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 68,081 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 68,081 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 67,610 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 67,610 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SNL 987S is a 1978 Triumph Tr 7 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SNL 987S, 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

How do I check the history of SNL 987S?

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What year was SNL 987S registered?

SNL 987S is a 1978 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 16 February 1978.

Is SNL 987S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNL 987S shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SNL 987S have outstanding finance?

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