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HPA 545K

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

72,751 mi
Last recorded72,751 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPA 545K
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 72,751 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 71,630 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 71,630 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 70,848 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 70,848 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 69,979 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 69,979 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 68,948 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2014 68,948 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2012 68,295 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 67,673 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 67,673 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 67,665 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 67,638 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 67,609 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 67,358 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 67,055 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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HPA 545K is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HPA 545K, 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.

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What year was HPA 545K registered?

HPA 545K is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 26 August 1971.

Is HPA 545K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPA 545K shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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