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PYL 63L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

53,525 mi
Last recorded53,525 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYL 63L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 53,525 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 May 2022 53,525 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 53,522 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 52,147 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 50,629 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 50,629 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure bracket broken (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 49,868 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 47,268 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 47,267 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 45,996 miles

Front registration plate cracked

Pass 12 Aug 2014 43,836 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 41,467 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 39,218 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 39,216 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 May 2011 35,420 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 32,529 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 May 2010 32,325 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2009 28,760 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 May 2009 28,760 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside 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)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 25,368 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 25,219 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 24,535 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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PYL 63L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 PYL 63L, 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.

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What year was PYL 63L registered?

PYL 63L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 8 March 1973.

Is PYL 63L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYL 63L shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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