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TRB 189K

1972 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

96,194 mi
Last recorded96,194 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Triumph TR643,276 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRB 189K
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 96,194 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 95,203 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 93,864 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Apr 2023 92,587 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 92,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2022 91,133 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively very slightly binding (1.2.1 (f))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 7 Apr 2021 89,432 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 16 Mar 2020 88,729 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 8 Apr 2019 86,976 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 10 Apr 2018 83,923 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 7 Apr 2017 82,453 miles

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 7 Apr 2016 79,742 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 76,372 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 31 Mar 2014 74,947 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 73,448 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 70,918 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 67,105 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 66,455 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 65,169 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 May 2008 64,273 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 63,758 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 62,914 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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TRB 189K is a 1972 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 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 TRB 189K, 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 TRB 189K registered?

TRB 189K is a 1972 Triumph TR6, first registered on 8 March 1972.

Is TRB 189K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRB 189K 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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