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KCR 169L

1972 Triumph TR7

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,101 mi
Last recorded1,101 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCR 169L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 1,101 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak from underside of engine ()

Rear Slight split in tread along centre of rear tyre

Fail 15 Jul 2016 1,090 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak from underside of engine ()

Rear Slight split in tread along centre of rear tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2012 335 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2012 335 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Odo-meter not recording.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear suspension stiff

Fail 18 Jun 2011 99 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear suspension stiff

Pass 14 Mar 2009 1,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear outside brake pad low

rear suspension slightly stiff

Fail 13 Mar 2009 1,811 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 8 Mar 2008 24 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

small registration plate fitted

Fail 8 Mar 2008 24 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

small registration plate fitted

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7?

Based on 1,610 MOT tests across 328 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
328
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 48
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
parking brake recording little or no effort 42
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KCR 169L is a 1972 Triumph TR7 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Triumph TR7 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KCR 169L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph TR7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KCR 169L registered?

KCR 169L is a 1972 Triumph TR7, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is KCR 169L safe to buy?

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