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PHJ 144K

1989 Triumph TR6

Brown Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,476 mi
Last recorded54,476 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2016
Typical for 1989 Triumph TR644,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 144K
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1989
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2016 54,476 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 54,476 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 54,462 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 54,462 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 54,452 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 54,409 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 54,409 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 54,409 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight exhaust blows on all joints

various oil leaks on underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Jul 2011 54,408 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 21 May 2011 54,408 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

Electric fan not cutting in on test so over heated.

Exaust knocking on body work.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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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PHJ 144K is a 1989 Triumph TR6 in Brown with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 44,404 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 PHJ 144K, 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 37 years old, this Triumph TR6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PHJ 144K registered?

PHJ 144K is a 1989 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 October 1989.

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