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REC 661M

1973 Triumph TR6

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,039 mi
Last recorded72,039 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREC 661M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 72,039 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 70,968 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 70,968 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 70,063 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 70,063 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 69,527 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 68,273 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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REC 661M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 REC 661M, 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 REC 661M?

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What year was REC 661M registered?

REC 661M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is REC 661M safe to buy?

The MOT history for REC 661M shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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