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SWD 297M

1974 Triumph TR6

Yellow Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25,622 mi
Last recorded25,622 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph TR655,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWD 297M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 25,622 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 24,245 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 23,226 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 22,200 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 21,396 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 20,579 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre centre of tread. ()

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

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre thorn. ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 19,811 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 18,767 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 18,226 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 17,176 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 15,910 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 14,259 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 12,804 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 12,804 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2012 11,915 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 11,051 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 10,269 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 9,839 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 9,619 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 9,221 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 8,745 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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SWD 297M is a 1974 Triumph TR6 in Yellow with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1974 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 55,562 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 SWD 297M, 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 52 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 SWD 297M?

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What year was SWD 297M registered?

SWD 297M is a 1974 Triumph TR6, first registered on 8 July 1974.

Is SWD 297M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWD 297M shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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