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XGJ 855S

1977 Triumph Tr 7

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,759 mi
Last recorded70,759 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Tr 752,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGJ 855S
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 70,759 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 70,752 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 70,010 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 6,867 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 64,221 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 64,221 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

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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XGJ 855S is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,281 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XGJ 855S, 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 49 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 XGJ 855S?

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What year was XGJ 855S registered?

XGJ 855S is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 10 August 1977.

Is XGJ 855S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGJ 855S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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