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TKM 19R

1978 Triumph Tr 7

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

89,293 mi
Last recorded89,293 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Tr 754,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKM 19R
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 89,293 miles

wipers random park

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear tyres perishing

spare heel carrier and n/s/r arch corroded

various bushes and covers perishing

Fail 9 Nov 2017 89,285 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

all gaiters and bushes perishing

corrosion spare wheel carrier, n/s/r arch

rear tyres perishing

wipers random parking

Fail 22 Sep 2017 89,281 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Front suspension retaining device ineffective hub bolt loose (2.5.A.4)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear tyres perishing

spare wheel well and nsr inner arch corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2016 49,188 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under bonnet nr servo (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion boot floor area

corrosion n/s/r rear inner seal

wiring rubbing on steering shaft under bonnet

Fail 27 Sep 2016 49,188 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under bonnet nr servo (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

corrosion boot floor area

corrosion n/s/r rear inner seal

wiring rubbing on steering shaft under bonnet

Fail 13 Sep 2016 89,235 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under bonnet nr servo (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion boot floor area

corrosion n/s/r rear inner seal

wiring rubbing on steering shaft under bonnet

Pass 23 Apr 2009 89,117 miles

rusty underneath

steering rack gators cracking

tyres perrishing

wipers droopy

Pass 25 Sep 2007 88,877 miles

all switches come on but have lack of use

oil leaks from gearbox and engin

top of front doors loose have been welded

tyres starting to crack all 5

Fail 19 Sep 2007 88,877 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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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TKM 19R is a 1978 Triumph Tr 7 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 TKM 19R, 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.

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What year was TKM 19R registered?

TKM 19R is a 1978 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is TKM 19R safe to buy?

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