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ULW 608X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

54,022 mi
Last recorded54,022 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULW 608X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 54,022 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 53,504 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 53,502 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2024 52,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 51,521 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 51,487 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 50,945 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 50,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 49,843 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 49,320 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 48,676 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 48,278 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 47,690 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 47,114 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 46,544 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 46,130 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 45,673 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 45,210 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 44,935 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 44,340 miles

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

wipers smear

Pass 2 Aug 2006 43,841 miles

Battery insecure

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

o/s/r foot brake slightly low

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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ULW 608X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 ULW 608X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ULW 608X registered?

ULW 608X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is ULW 608X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULW 608X shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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