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UBV 508P

1976 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

82,216 mi
Last recorded82,216 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 1976 Triumph Tr 762,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBV 508P
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 82,216 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2023 81,720 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 81,247 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 81,223 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2021 81,063 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 81,055 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 80,243 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 79,686 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 79,078 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 78,589 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 77,469 miles

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 75,713 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 74,433 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 73,722 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 72,787 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 72,134 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 71,364 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 70,401 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 69,305 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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UBV 508P is a 1976 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 UBV 508P, 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 UBV 508P registered?

UBV 508P is a 1976 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 25 May 1976.

Is UBV 508P safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBV 508P shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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