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XBC 80X

1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible

Gold Petrol 3527cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,592 mi
Last recorded43,592 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible63,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBC 80X
MakeTriumph
ModelTR7 Convertible
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,527cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 43,592 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 23 Jun 2014 43,591 miles

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 3,465 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 3,465 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 3,050 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 3,050 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Triumph TR7 Convertible?

Based on 1,243 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
522
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
fog lamp not working 53
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 47
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
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XBC 80X is a 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible in Gold with a 3,527cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 63,488 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph TR7 Convertible fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBC 80X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR7 Convertible typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Triumph TR7 Convertible is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBC 80X?

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What year was XBC 80X registered?

XBC 80X is a 1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is XBC 80X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBC 80X shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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