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YFC 294X

1982 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114 mi
Last recorded114 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 1982 Triumph Tr 758,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFC 294X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 114 miles

Slight blow centre exhaust

Pass 18 Sep 2012 99,090 miles

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

exhaust just starting to foul bodywork

front doors starting to get stiff to open

Fail 14 Sep 2012 99,055 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

exhaust just starting to foul bodywork

front doors starting to get stiff to open

Pass 6 Oct 2011 95,868 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 95,856 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 94,454 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight binding nearside and offside rear wheels

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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YFC 294X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 58,886 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 YFC 294X, 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 44 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YFC 294X registered?

YFC 294X is a 1982 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 26 July 1982.

Is YFC 294X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFC 294X 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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