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HGC 489J

1996 Triumph TR6

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

15,613 mi
Last recorded15,613 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph TR636,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGC 489J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 15,613 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 15,613 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 15,421 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 15,126 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2015 15,067 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 14,302 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 11,680 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 11,334 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 10,068 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 8,876 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 8,874 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 6,917 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 4,851 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 4,785 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brake pedal has excessive travel as if air is still in the system

Fail 16 Mar 2007 1,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 1,892 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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HGC 489J is a 1996 Triumph TR6 in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1996 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 36,886 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 HGC 489J, 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 30 years old, this Triumph TR6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HGC 489J registered?

HGC 489J is a 1996 Triumph TR6, first registered on 8 February 1996.

Is HGC 489J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGC 489J shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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