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MTH 279

1981 Triumph Tr 7

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,460 mi
Last recorded24,460 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tr 760,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTH 279
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 24,460 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 24,401 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 24,321 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 24,244 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 24,157 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 24,041 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 23,941 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 23,846 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 23,846 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 22 May 2012 23,794 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 23,728 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2010 23,674 miles

slight imbalance rear brakes

Pass 26 May 2009 23,605 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 23,489 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 23,273 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 23,108 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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MTH 279 is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7 in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 60,266 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 MTH 279, 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 45 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 MTH 279 registered?

MTH 279 is a 1981 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is MTH 279 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTH 279 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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