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UPL 972M

1974 Triumph TR6

Yellow Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,398 mi
Last recorded53,398 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph TR655,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPL 972M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2025 53,398 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 52,679 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 51,028 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 50,571 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 50,330 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 50,239 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 50,143 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 50,132 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 50,019 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 50,001 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 49,949 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 49,942 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 13 May 2008 49,864 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 49,850 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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UPL 972M is a 1974 Triumph TR6 in Yellow with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPL 972M, 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 UPL 972M?

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What year was UPL 972M registered?

UPL 972M is a 1974 Triumph TR6, first registered on 19 February 1974.

Is UPL 972M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPL 972M shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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