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WCX 789J

1971 Triumph Tr 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,958 mi
Last recorded62,958 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2015
Typical for 1971 Triumph Tr 712,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCX 789J
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2015 62,958 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 62,953 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 62,953 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 62,953 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 62,953 miles

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

Oil leak

drivers seat slightly insecure

slight play in steering coloum top bush

Fail 18 Jan 2011 62,953 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

drivers seat slightly insecure

slight play in steering coloum top bush

Pass 28 Jan 2010 62,953 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 62,953 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 62,953 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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WCX 789J is a 1971 Triumph Tr 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WCX 789J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WCX 789J?

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What year was WCX 789J registered?

WCX 789J is a 1971 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is WCX 789J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCX 789J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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