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YEH 353X

1988 Triumph Tr 7

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,804 mi
Last recorded86,804 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEH 353X
MakeTriumph
ModelTr 7
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 86,804 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 86,736 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 86,654 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 86,482 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 86,379 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 86,276 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 86,087 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 86,083 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 85,936 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 85,798 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel effort a little low. (3.1.6b)

Rear Rear brakes slight imbalance, this vehicle has record a low mileage and appears to have some work carried out on it

Pass 27 Apr 2016 85,590 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively effort low on one side! Whwwl cylinder (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 85,448 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 85,368 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 85,118 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 84,886 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 84,747 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 84,605 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 84,506 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 84,407 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 84,267 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 83,961 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 83,960 miles

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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YEH 353X is a 1988 Triumph Tr 7 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YEH 353X, 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 38 years old, this Triumph Tr 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YEH 353X?

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What year was YEH 353X registered?

YEH 353X is a 1988 Triumph Tr 7, first registered on 24 March 1988.

Is YEH 353X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEH 353X shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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