CarVerify

Free Car Check

TTR 983

1982 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

2,062 mi
Last recorded2,062 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1982 Triumph Tr 758,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTR 983
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 2,062 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 1,903 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 1,478 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 1,025 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019
Pass 26 Jan 2018 443 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 140 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016
Pass 14 May 2010 78,553 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 78,403 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 78,372 miles

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

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

Steering column flexible coupling fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 77,870 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
Full Triumph Tr 7 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TTR 983 is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,886 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 TTR 983, 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 44 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 TTR 983?

You can check the full history of TTR 983 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TTR 983 registered?

TTR 983 is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 17 May 1982.

Is TTR 983 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTR 983 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TTR 983 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TTR 983. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.