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HPB 77K

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

19,756 mi
Last recorded19,756 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPB 77K
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 19,756 miles

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2024 19,755 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Coolant leak heater hose ()

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 19,443 miles

Coolant leak bottom hose split ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 19,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure fixing bolts loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure fixing bolts loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak bottom hose split ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 18,165 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 18,037 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 17,687 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 17,687 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 May 2014 17,403 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 May 2013 16,930 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 15,960 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 15,960 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 14,373 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 13,874 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 13,705 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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HPB 77K is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HPB 77K, 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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HPB 77K is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 15 September 1971.

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