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MLE 502L

1972 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,460 mi
Last recorded83,460 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 Triumph TR643,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLE 502L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 83,460 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 83,021 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2023 83,021 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 82,338 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 80,432 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 80,432 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Safety catch missing from bonnet

Pass 14 Nov 2019 79,807 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 79,459 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 78,790 miles

SLIGHT LEAK FROM O/S/R SUSPENSION UNIT

Pass 9 Mar 2016 77,933 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 77,694 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 25 Feb 2014 77,614 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 21 Feb 2013 77,552 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 13 Feb 2012 77,464 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 77,463 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 77,319 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 77,271 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 77,141 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 77,088 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 77,020 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 76,913 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 76,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MLE 502L is a 1972 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MLE 502L, 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 MLE 502L registered?

MLE 502L is a 1972 Triumph TR6, first registered on 8 August 1972.

Is MLE 502L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLE 502L shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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