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VYB 884W

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,187 mi
Last recorded44,187 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYB 884W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2021 44,187 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 44,070 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 43,908 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 43,824 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 43,635 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 43,309 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 43,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 43,131 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 42,890 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 42,817 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 42,766 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 42,615 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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VYB 884W is a 1981 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 100%.

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 VYB 884W, 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 VYB 884W registered?

VYB 884W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 10 March 1981.

Is VYB 884W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYB 884W shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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