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MWV 197J

1971 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,788 mi
Last recorded31,788 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWV 197J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 31,788 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 31,788 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 31,788 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 31,788 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 31,788 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 31,677 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2010 31,660 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 31,227 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 31,180 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 May 2006 30,766 miles
Pass 9 May 2005 30,111 miles
Fail 9 May 2005 30,105 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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MWV 197J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 42,509 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 MWV 197J, 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 55 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 MWV 197J registered?

MWV 197J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 19 May 1971.

Is MWV 197J safe to buy?

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