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KNP 963K

1972 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

6,565 mi
Last recorded6,565 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 1972 Triumph TR643,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNP 963K
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 6,565 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 6,485 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack coupling worn

Fail 26 Oct 2023 6,485 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack coupling worn

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 6,307 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 6,032 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2018 6,032 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Reverse lamp not working

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 5,839 miles

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 31 Jul 2017 5,839 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 5,602 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 5,535 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 5,535 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 5,319 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 4,677 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 4,212 miles

Horn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 4,212 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 3,869 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 3,639 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 3,356 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 2,794 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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KNP 963K is a 1972 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 KNP 963K, 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.

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KNP 963K is a 1972 Triumph TR6, first registered on 5 January 1972.

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