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ELA 181J

1971 Triumph TR6

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,162 mi
Last recorded50,162 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELA 181J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 50,162 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 49,776 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 49,540 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 49,105 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 49,105 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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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ELA 181J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 ELA 181J, 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

How do I check the history of ELA 181J?

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What year was ELA 181J registered?

ELA 181J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 24 March 1971.

Is ELA 181J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELA 181J shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELA 181J have outstanding finance?

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