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WBU 858X

1982 Triumph Tr 7

Green Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,808 mi
Last recorded31,808 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1982 Triumph Tr 758,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBU 858X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 31,808 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2026 31,808 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 31,460 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 30,951 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 30,947 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 30,568 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

reverse lights inop

Pass 8 Jul 2021 29,816 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

no reverse lights,2009 onwards

Fail 12 Jun 2021 29,782 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

reverse lights inop

Fail 16 Sep 2020 29,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 29,148 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 26,011 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 25,668 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 23,502 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 22,932 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 21,357 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 19,627 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 18,623 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,721 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 15,251 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 14,416 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 14,306 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 13,289 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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WBU 858X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7 in Green with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WBU 858X, 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.

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What year was WBU 858X registered?

WBU 858X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 April 1982.

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The MOT history for WBU 858X shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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