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BFR 869L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,390 mi
Last recorded16,390 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFR 869L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 16,390 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 16,390 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 16,095 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 16,095 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 15,555 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 15,549 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Triumph TR6?

Based on 59,030 MOT tests across 5,951 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
5,951
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,592
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,104
Stop lamp not working 1,042
Horn not working 887
brake binding 777
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BFR 869L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 50,580 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 TR6 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFR 869L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR6 typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph TR6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFR 869L?

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What year was BFR 869L registered?

BFR 869L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is BFR 869L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFR 869L 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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