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UVB 286M

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

52,129 mi
Last recorded52,129 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVB 286M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 52,129 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 51,223 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 51,215 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 50,189 miles

play in steering column

Fail 25 May 2023 50,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

play in steering column

Pass 25 Jul 2018 46,655 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 44,420 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Aug 2016 41,845 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 37,623 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 34,361 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 34,321 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 30,544 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 28,761 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 26,183 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 23,631 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 22,078 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 20,756 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 19,618 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 18,060 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 16,557 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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UVB 286M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 UVB 286M, 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.

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What year was UVB 286M registered?

UVB 286M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 17 August 1973.

Is UVB 286M safe to buy?

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