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MWJ 488P

1976 Triumph Tr 7

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

52,617 mi
Last recorded52,617 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Tr 762,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWJ 488P
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 52,617 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 52,408 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 52,194 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 51,947 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 51,470 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 51,033 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 50,725 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 50,518 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 50,367 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 49,774 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 49,313 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 48,725 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 48,725 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 48,270 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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MWJ 488P is a 1976 Triumph Tr 7 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Tr 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 62,721 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 MWJ 488P, 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 50 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MWJ 488P registered?

MWJ 488P is a 1976 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 13 May 1976.

Is MWJ 488P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWJ 488P shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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