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TGC 878L

1972 Triumph TR6

Yellow Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,447 mi
Last recorded73,447 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 Triumph TR643,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 878L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 73,447 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 72,532 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 71,842 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 71,728 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 70,596 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 70,121 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 69,644 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 68,951 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 67,982 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 67,194 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 66,455 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 66,453 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

STRONG ADVISE, all brake hoses in poor condition. and ferrels corroded.

brake fluid level low.

corrosion on most area of all chassis.

front shockobsorbers very stiff in operation.

offside top ball joint worn.

slight exhaust blow.

wear in front antiroll bar bushes

wear in wishbone bushes both sides.

Pass 25 Jun 2010 66,453 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 66,453 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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TGC 878L is a 1972 Triumph TR6 in Yellow with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1972 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 43,276 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 TGC 878L, 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 54 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 TGC 878L registered?

TGC 878L is a 1972 Triumph TR6, first registered on 10 August 1972.

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The MOT history for TGC 878L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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