MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
111,558 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Vehicle appeared to develop light engine misfire at end of test - engine may require adjustment/repair
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
various points of light corrosion throughout - nothing yet excessive in prescribed areas
various slight oil leaks
Some play in top carrier bearings of both front struts - not excessive
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
How Reliable is the Triumph TR7?
Based on 1,610 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VGT 678R is a 1977 Triumph TR7 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1977 Triumph TR7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 51,267 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 TR7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGT 678R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph TR7 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph TR7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was VGT 678R registered?
VGT 678R is a 1977 Triumph TR7, first registered on 21 June 1977.
Is VGT 678R safe to buy?
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