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GDY 997X

1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,198 mi
Last recorded56,198 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible71,183 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDY 997X
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7 Convertible
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 56,198 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 56,133 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 56,133 miles

Exhaust system insecure rubber mountings perished and broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 56,123 miles

Fuel hose cracked at fuel pump

Pass 26 Apr 2018 56,093 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 56,089 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 56,013 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 56,013 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Indicator switch insecure stalk (1.4.A.1)

Pass 9 May 2011 55,807 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 35,744 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2010 55,727 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7 Convertible?

Based on 1,243 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
522
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
fog lamp not working 53
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 47
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
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GDY 997X is a 1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 71,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph TR7 Convertible fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GDY 997X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 Convertible typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Triumph TR7 Convertible is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GDY 997X registered?

GDY 997X is a 1982 Triumph TR7 Convertible, first registered on 24 May 1982.

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The MOT history for GDY 997X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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