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WRN 343V

1979 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

5,190 mi
Last recorded5,190 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1979 Triumph Tr 743,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRN 343V
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 5,190 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 5,077 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 4,818 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 4,664 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 4,394 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 4,088 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 3,868 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 3,635 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 3,239 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 2,997 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 2,745 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 2,329 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 1,955 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 1,092 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 135 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 135 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 70,907 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 70,765 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 70,318 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2007 70,318 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 69,011 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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WRN 343V is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 WRN 343V, 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 WRN 343V?

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What year was WRN 343V registered?

WRN 343V is a 1979 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 20 November 1979.

Is WRN 343V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRN 343V shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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