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RBF 513M

1973 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,788 mi
Last recorded3,788 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBF 513M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 3,788 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 3,646 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 3,363 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 2,871 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 2,327 miles

Nearside Rear parking eff lower

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 1,750 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 1,571 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s o/s rear (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 1,410 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 1,021 miles

n/s rear wing patch weld repaired

various welding repairs

Fail 31 Oct 2013 1,021 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

n/s rear wing patch weld repaired

various welding repairs

Pass 23 Sep 2005 1,009 miles

Corrosion holes n/s & o/s inner sill (Front) not within prescribed areas.

Cut in outer wall o/s front tyre (no cord showing)

Drivers door mirror cracked (Vision not impaired)

Fail 21 Sep 2005 9,956 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Corrosion holes n/s & o/s inner sills (Front) not withing prescribed areas.

Cut in outer wall o/s front tyre (no cord showing)

Drivers door mirror cracked (Vision not obscured)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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RBF 513M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RBF 513M, 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 RBF 513M?

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What year was RBF 513M registered?

RBF 513M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 23 November 1973.

Is RBF 513M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBF 513M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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