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SPA 982L

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

11,491 mi
Last recorded11,491 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPA 982L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 11,491 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 11,154 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 11,154 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 10,427 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 9,722 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 8,760 miles

o/s/r inner arch/sill corroded

Pass 27 May 2015 7,944 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 6,710 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 5,429 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 4,557 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 2,719 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 1,436 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 97,847 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 96,197 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 92,517 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2005 89,261 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 89,246 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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SPA 982L is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1971 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 42,509 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 SPA 982L, 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 55 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 SPA 982L registered?

SPA 982L is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is SPA 982L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPA 982L shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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