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EKA 472K

1971 Triumph TR6

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

8,999 mi
Last recorded8,999 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKA 472K
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 8,999 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 6,335 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 3,229 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 1,451 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 99,523 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 97,556 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 96,325 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 94,885 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 93,294 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 93,099 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2011 93,097 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc insecure (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 92,498 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 22 Oct 2009 92,498 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 92,080 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2008 92,076 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 90,697 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 88,109 miles

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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EKA 472K is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1971 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 42,509 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 EKA 472K, 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 55 years old, this Triumph TR6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EKA 472K registered?

EKA 472K is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 12 August 1971.

Is EKA 472K safe to buy?

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