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WAJ 450Y

1982 Triumph Tr 7

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,458 mi
Last recorded79,458 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1982 Triumph Tr 758,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAJ 450Y
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 79,458 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 78,805 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 78,551 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 77,910 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 77,113 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 76,159 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 75,648 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 75,647 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 75,635 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 75,634 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 75,182 miles

frount shocker slightley weak

Pass 6 Sep 2012 75,098 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

offside front inner wheel arch round brake pipe signs of corrosion

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2012 75,084 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Gearbox mounting defective

offside front inner wheel arch round brake pipe signs of corrosion

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2011 74,851 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 74,650 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 74,055 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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WAJ 450Y is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7 in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,886 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 WAJ 450Y, 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 44 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 WAJ 450Y registered?

WAJ 450Y is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 August 1982.

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