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RVT 218M

1973 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,783 mi
Last recorded24,783 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVT 218M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 24,783 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 22,605 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 22,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 20,003 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 18,552 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 18,552 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 17,434 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 16,088 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Feb 2021 16,087 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Feb 2020 15,869 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 14,167 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 12,117 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 9,820 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 9,820 miles

Fuel hose leaking fuel hose clip leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 7,156 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 7,153 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

position lamp switch faulty (in first position)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 5,339 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 2,809 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 870 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 99,424 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 98,281 miles

pin hole in steering rackboot

Pass 11 May 2010 97,352 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 97,116 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2009 97,116 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 96,827 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 95,814 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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RVT 218M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RVT 218M, 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 RVT 218M registered?

RVT 218M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 14 August 1973.

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