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OEA 277L

1972 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,886 mi
Last recorded37,886 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph TR643,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEA 277L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 37,886 miles

slight exhaust blow

Fail 9 Jul 2018 37,885 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 37,697 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 37,508 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 37,293 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 37,273 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 36,930 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 36,930 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 36,343 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 36,288 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 36,287 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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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OEA 277L is a 1972 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OEA 277L, 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 OEA 277L registered?

OEA 277L is a 1972 Triumph TR6, first registered on 9 November 1972.

Is OEA 277L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEA 277L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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