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YBT 554R

1977 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

1,290 mi
Last recorded1,290 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1977 Triumph Tr 752,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBT 554R
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 1,290 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 1,239 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 857 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 455 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 10 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019
Pass 18 Nov 2017
Fail 18 Nov 2017

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 300 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 300 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 3 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014
Pass 2 Oct 2012 46,090 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 75,220 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 1,768 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 1,180 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 549 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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YBT 554R is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 YBT 554R, 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

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What year was YBT 554R registered?

YBT 554R is a 1977 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 26 January 1977.

Is YBT 554R safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBT 554R shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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