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KGA 550L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

25,803 mi
Last recorded25,803 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGA 550L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 25,803 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 25,422 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 25,047 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 25,047 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2019 24,243 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 23,908 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 23,444 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 23,444 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 May 2016 22,784 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 May 2015 22,318 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 May 2014 22,004 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 May 2013 21,653 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 21 May 2013 21,653 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 21,478 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 21,478 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 21,006 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 20,265 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 19,304 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 18,831 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 18,831 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2007 18,831 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 18,219 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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KGA 550L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 KGA 550L, 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 KGA 550L registered?

KGA 550L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 12 July 1973.

Is KGA 550L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGA 550L shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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