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HVA 981L

1972 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,474 mi
Last recorded53,474 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1972 Triumph TR643,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVA 981L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 53,474 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 53,015 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 53,013 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 52,874 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 52,123 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 51,232 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 50,672 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 50,319 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 50,319 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 50,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 7 May 2008 50,293 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 50,293 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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HVA 981L is a 1972 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 43,276 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 HVA 981L, 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 54 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 HVA 981L registered?

HVA 981L is a 1972 Triumph TR6, first registered on 11 August 1972.

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The MOT history for HVA 981L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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