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LWW 248K

1971 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,846 mi
Last recorded9,846 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph Tr 712,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWW 248K
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 9,846 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 9,803 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 9,788 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 9,759 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 9,483 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 9,483 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 9,087 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 8,963 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

sligt play in nearside steeriing rack end

Pass 28 Jan 2009 8,958 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil leak on gearbox

slight play in steering rack o/s and n/s

Pass 30 Jan 2008 8,951 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 8,917 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 8,886 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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LWW 248K is a 1971 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 12,620 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 LWW 248K, 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 55 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 LWW 248K registered?

LWW 248K is a 1971 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 6 September 1971.

Is LWW 248K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWW 248K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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