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PUA 179L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,955 mi
Last recorded87,955 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUA 179L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2020 87,955 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 87,861 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 87,248 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 87,216 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 83,584 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 82,744 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 82,216 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 82,065 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 81,559 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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PUA 179L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PUA 179L, 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

How do I check the history of PUA 179L?

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What year was PUA 179L registered?

PUA 179L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 20 June 1973.

Is PUA 179L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUA 179L shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PUA 179L have outstanding finance?

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