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SNX 168W

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,772 mi
Last recorded95,772 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNX 168W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 95,772 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 95,378 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 95,139 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 94,853 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 94,570 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 94,158 miles

Body has slight corrosion All under (6.1.B.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 94,158 miles

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

Body has slight corrosion All under (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 93,889 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 93,343 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 92,848 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2011 92,846 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2010 92,821 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

general under body corrosion covered with waxoyl and underseal, difficult to carry out full inspection

Pass 3 Sep 2009 92,408 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 91,712 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine oil leak (quite bad)

o/s/f indicator lens slightly loose

Pass 12 Sep 2007 90,355 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

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

engine replaced with 3500cc V8 Rover engine

exhaust mounting bolt loose

Fail 12 Sep 2007 90,355 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

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

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

engine replaced with 3500cc V8 Rover engine

exhaust mounting bolt loose

Pass 9 Sep 2006 88,765 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 86,932 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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SNX 168W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Green with a 3,528cc 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 SNX 168W, 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.

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SNX 168W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 June 1981.

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