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OVS 867

1963 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,384 mi
Last recorded12,384 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVS 867
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2014 12,384 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 12,382 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 12,381 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,510 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 10,581 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 9,806 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 9,497 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 9,487 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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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OVS 867 is a 1963 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OVS 867, 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 63 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OVS 867?

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What year was OVS 867 registered?

OVS 867 is a 1963 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 17 April 1963.

Is OVS 867 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVS 867 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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