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XBC 739X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,484 mi
Last recorded50,484 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBC 739X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 50,484 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 50,144 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 50,144 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 49,729 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 49,704 miles

Exhaust blow at front section area.

Fog light switch faulty.

O/S Track rod end dust cover damaged.

Pass 12 Sep 2013 48,915 miles

O/S Track rod end dust cover deteriorated.

Pass 11 Jun 2012 47,961 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 47,843 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 45,476 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 44,068 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 43,382 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 43,332 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 23 May 2006 42,109 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 42,027 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

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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XBC 739X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XBC 739X, 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 XBC 739X registered?

XBC 739X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is XBC 739X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBC 739X shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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