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SLE 861L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

12,842 mi
Last recorded12,842 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLE 861L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 12,842 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 12,245 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 11,635 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 11,059 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 10,648 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 9,857 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 9,530 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 9,160 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 9,133 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2018 8,729 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 8,433 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 7,859 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 6,990 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 6,965 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 6,934 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 6,921 miles

Offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 19 Mar 2011 6,837 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 6,716 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 6,637 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 6,498 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 6,184 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 5,900 miles

Slight corrosion to off side front sill area.(inside).

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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SLE 861L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 SLE 861L, 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

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What year was SLE 861L registered?

SLE 861L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 13 March 1973.

Is SLE 861L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLE 861L shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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