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TJW 543L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,792 mi
Last recorded74,792 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJW 543L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 74,792 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 73,852 miles

oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2015 73,527 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2014 72,550 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2014 72,550 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 72,092 miles

Rear diff leaking badly

Fail 7 Aug 2013 72,092 miles

Rear diff leaking badly

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 72,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight play detected in nearside of steering

Pass 9 Jun 2012 72,060 miles

slight play detected in nearside of steering

Pass 16 May 2011 71,400 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 68,417 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 68,011 miles

osf seat belt cover missing /oil leaks on engine /front anti roll bar rubbers getting weak / emission visaul check / free play on st rack /but ok uplift on steering column just accepted ok at test

Pass 9 May 2008 67,979 miles

off side wiper rubber very slightly split

Pass 21 Apr 2007 67,869 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 66,943 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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TJW 543L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TJW 543L, 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 TJW 543L registered?

TJW 543L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 11 May 1973.

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