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PRT 952M

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

86,611 mi
Last recorded86,611 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRT 952M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 86,611 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 86,348 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 86,311 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 85,880 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 86,618 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 85,334 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 84,839 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 84,591 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 84,238 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 83,273 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 82,218 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 81,241 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 81,222 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 80,278 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 79,330 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 78,168 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 76,976 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 75,982 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 75,956 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

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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PRT 952M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1973 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 50,580 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 PRT 952M, 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 53 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 PRT 952M registered?

PRT 952M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 October 1973.

Is PRT 952M safe to buy?

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