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TFX 458R

1977 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

49,808 mi
Last recorded49,808 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1977 Triumph Tr 752,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFX 458R
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 49,808 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 49,808 miles

Indicator switch faulty indicator stalk does not hold on n/s (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 49,796 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 48,652 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 48,241 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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TFX 458R is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,281 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 TFX 458R, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TFX 458R registered?

TFX 458R is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 29 July 1977.

Is TFX 458R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFX 458R 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.

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