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LEG 40L

1974 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

84,634 mi
Last recorded84,634 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph TR655,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEG 40L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 84,634 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 83,778 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 83,510 miles

under vehicle undersealed

Pass 12 May 2022 83,404 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 83,213 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 82,967 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 82,884 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 82,391 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 81,859 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 81,395 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 80,611 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 79,493 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 77,026 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 75,417 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2011 73,914 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 72,427 miles

oil leak from rear axle

Fail 28 Apr 2010 72,427 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

oil leak from rear axle

Pass 16 Apr 2009 70,359 miles

steering rack mounting slight free play

Fail 16 Apr 2009 70,359 miles

Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

steering rack mounting slight free play

Pass 2 May 2008 69,034 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 69,034 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 68,524 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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LEG 40L is a 1974 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1974 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 55,562 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 LEG 40L, 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 52 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 LEG 40L registered?

LEG 40L is a 1974 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is LEG 40L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEG 40L shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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