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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Triumph Tr 7. Check any Tr 7 by registration number below.

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83.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.4%

vs Triumph Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Triumph Tr 7 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Triumph Tr 7 has an average MOT pass rate of 83.0%, which is 7.4 percentage points below the Triumph brand average of 90.4%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Tr 7 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Triumph Tr 7, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Triumph Tr 7 performs at MOT across different model years.

1982

Based on 167 vehicles

85.6%Excellent
Triumph average: 90.4%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

20.0%

1981

Based on 247 vehicles

85.8%Excellent
Triumph average: 90.4%
Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

10.9%

1980

Based on 195 vehicles

78.5%Good
Triumph average: 90.4%
Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

12.8%

1977

Based on 64 vehicles

84.4%Good
Triumph average: 90.4%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

11.4%

0

Based on 349 vehicles

80.8%Good
Triumph average: 90.4%
Mileage at 5yr

54k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

3.6%

Rear Nearside

2.4%

Nearside

1.2%

Other Triumph Models

Compare MOT reliability across Triumph models.

Triumph TR7

100.0% pass rate

Triumph Dolomite

91.7% pass rate

Triumph GT6

95.5% pass rate

Triumph Bonneville T100 Bud Ekins

100.0% pass rate

Triumph Trophy 3

100.0% pass rate

Triumph Sprint Rs

84.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Triumph Tr 7

Triumph Tr 7 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Triumph Tr 7 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Triumph Tr 7?
The average MOT pass rate for the Triumph Tr 7 is 83.0% compared to the Triumph average of 90.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Triumph Tr 7?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Triumph Tr 7 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 83.0%, the Triumph Tr 7 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Triumph Tr 7?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Triumph Tr 7?
Typical mileage for the Triumph Tr 7: 53,609 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Tr 7 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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