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HHP 247L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,145 mi
Last recorded45,145 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHP 247L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 45,145 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 44,549 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

both sides chassis rails slightly corroded or covered in underseal

Fail 1 Aug 2023 44,511 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

both sides chassis rails corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2023 44,510 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 42,830 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 42,026 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 40,671 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 39,607 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 38,038 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 35,835 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 33,533 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 30,602 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 29,193 miles

chassis under sealed

Pass 12 Sep 2008 27,670 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 25,819 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 24,863 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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HHP 247L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 HHP 247L, 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.

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What year was HHP 247L registered?

HHP 247L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 8 June 1973.

Is HHP 247L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHP 247L shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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