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SNO 992W

1980 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

99,609 mi
Last recorded99,609 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tr 757,693 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNO 992W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 99,609 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 98,835 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 98,358 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 97,714 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 97,670 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 97,032 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 97,032 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 96,093 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 94,985 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 34,923 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 93,349 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 92,718 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 92,717 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 92,285 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 92,285 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 91,487 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 91,478 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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SNO 992W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 57,693 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 SNO 992W, 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 46 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 SNO 992W?

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What year was SNO 992W registered?

SNO 992W is a 1980 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is SNO 992W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNO 992W shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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