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PGU 714L

1971 Triumph TR6

Yellow Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,154 mi
Last recorded20,154 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGU 714L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 20,154 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 19,668 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 17,640 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 17,638 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 16,458 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 14,705 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 12,840 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,891 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 10,889 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 10,881 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 10,826 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,606 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 10,606 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 May 2007 8,714 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 6,189 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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PGU 714L is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Yellow with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 PGU 714L, 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 PGU 714L registered?

PGU 714L is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is PGU 714L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGU 714L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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