CarVerify

Free Car Check

MHS 537L

1972 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

17,257 mi
Last recorded17,257 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Triumph TR643,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHS 537L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 17,257 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen zone a less than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 16,898 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 16,452 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 15,646 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 14,806 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 13,129 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 12,199 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 12,026 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 12,025 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings shocker mounting (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 May 2017 11,053 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 11,053 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2016 9,638 miles

Brake vacuum build up slow Servo (3.3.E.6)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 May 2016 9,638 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Brake vacuum build up slow Servo (3.3.E.6)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 8,689 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 7,774 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 6,731 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 May 2012 5,978 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 4,774 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 May 2010 3,328 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 507 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
Full Triumph TR6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MHS 537L is a 1972 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 MHS 537L, 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

How do I check the history of MHS 537L?

You can check the full history of MHS 537L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MHS 537L registered?

MHS 537L is a 1972 Triumph TR6, first registered on 20 December 1972.

Is MHS 537L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHS 537L shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MHS 537L have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MHS 537L. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.