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XGK 221W

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,585 mi
Last recorded68,585 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGK 221W
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 68,585 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 68,585 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 67,052 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 67,052 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 64,705 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside slight wear steering rack inner knuckle

Rear cable ties on rear exhaust mount

Fail 5 May 2018 64,705 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside slight wear steering rack inner knuckle

Rear cable ties on rear exhaust mount

Pass 20 Jul 2017 64,562 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 63,731 miles

Rear exhaust rubber deteriorating

Fail 10 Jun 2016 63,731 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear exhaust rubber deteriorating

Pass 16 Jun 2015 62,774 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 62,390 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 62,379 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 61,473 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 60,569 miles

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

rear registration plate deteriated

Pass 3 May 2011 59,973 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 59,332 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 58,357 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 58,228 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 5 Jul 2007 57,628 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 57,402 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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XGK 221W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XGK 221W, 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

How do I check the history of XGK 221W?

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What year was XGK 221W registered?

XGK 221W is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is XGK 221W safe to buy?

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