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XKV 804X

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

112,008 mi
Last recorded112,008 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKV 804X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 112,008 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 10,106 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 8,593 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 107,823 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 6,483 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 5,690 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 5,690 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 105,058 miles

Rear brake imbalance but still within spec

Pass 4 Aug 2018 4,613 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 3,923 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 3,103 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 2,668 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 2,077 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 1,109 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 99,403 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 98,361 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 98,361 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 96,542 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 94,415 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 94,415 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 92,671 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 92,671 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 91,598 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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XKV 804X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 XKV 804X, 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 XKV 804X registered?

XKV 804X is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 5 June 1981.

Is XKV 804X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKV 804X shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XKV 804X have outstanding finance?

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