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GRF 142N

1974 Triumph TR6

Yellow Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

15,799 mi
Last recorded15,799 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1974 Triumph TR655,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRF 142N
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 15,799 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2024 7,128 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 100,925 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 100,787 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of inner wheel arch body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front of inner wheel arch body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of inner wheel arch body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 95,759 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 89,605 miles

near side rear trailing arm forward bush has slight play

noise from near side rear bearing/hub but no obvious play or wear

Fail 14 Jun 2018 89,590 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring insecure when jacked up (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

near side rear trailing arm forward bush has slight play

noise from near side rear bearing/hub but no obvious play or wear

Pass 12 Jun 2017 85,838 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 85,838 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 82,004 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 77,272 miles

Nearside front floor area rusty on body mount area

Fail 10 Jun 2015 77,267 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside front floor area rusty on body mount area

Pass 6 Jun 2014 73,427 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 71,062 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 69,016 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 65,749 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 63,074 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 May 2010 630,474 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Nearside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 60,102 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 58,663 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Upper Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Fail 5 Jun 2008 58,652 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

slight play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 8 Jun 2007 53,436 miles

slight movement in steering column bushes

slight movment in steering joints and wheel bearings on the front

undersill areas are rusty

Pass 23 May 2006 48,348 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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GRF 142N is a 1974 Triumph TR6 in Yellow with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1974 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 55,562 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 GRF 142N, 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 52 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 GRF 142N registered?

GRF 142N is a 1974 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 December 1974.

Is GRF 142N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRF 142N shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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