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FVC 799L

1973 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

74,798 mi
Last recorded74,798 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVC 799L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 74,798 miles

bottom radiator hose leaking coolant

gearbox has oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2017 73,845 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 73,009 miles

coolant leak

engine leaking oil

gearbox leaking oil onto exhaust

rear diff leaking/dripping oil

Fail 27 Apr 2016 73,008 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

coolant leak

engine leaking oil

gearbox leaking oil onto exhaust

rear diff leaking/dripping oil

Pass 13 May 2015 72,111 miles

engine oil leak

gearbox and rear diff leaking oil onto exhaust

Fail 7 May 2015 72,109 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine oil leak

gearbox and rear diff leaking oil onto exhaust

Pass 22 Apr 2014 71,344 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 70,066 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 68,957 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 67,206 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 65,484 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 64,212 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 63,069 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 63,044 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 61,357 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 59,809 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 59,806 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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FVC 799L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FVC 799L, 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 FVC 799L?

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What year was FVC 799L registered?

FVC 799L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is FVC 799L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVC 799L shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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