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VRN 597V

1979 Triumph Tr 7

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,452 mi
Last recorded81,452 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Tr 743,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRN 597V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 81,452 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 81,452 miles

Central Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 29 May 2014 81,449 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 May 2014 81,449 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 81,441 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 81,335 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 80,888 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 80,409 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 80,047 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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VRN 597V is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 43,576 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 VRN 597V, 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 47 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 VRN 597V?

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What year was VRN 597V registered?

VRN 597V is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 7 December 1979.

Is VRN 597V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRN 597V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VRN 597V have outstanding finance?

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