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TTU 983R

1976 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

64,723 mi
Last recorded64,723 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2009
Typical for 1976 Triumph Tr 762,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTU 983R
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2009 64,723 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

corrosion beginning on offside door sill

Fail 10 May 2008 61,723 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both seat belt locking mechanisms ineffective

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

No rear fog lamp

Pass 19 Dec 2006 61,722 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 61,692 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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TTU 983R is a 1976 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 62,721 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 TTU 983R, 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 50 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TTU 983R registered?

TTU 983R is a 1976 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 6 December 1976.

Is TTU 983R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTU 983R shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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