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UXF 277M

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

48,200 mi
Last recorded48,200 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXF 277M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 48,200 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 47,290 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 47,276 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2022 46,561 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 46,251 miles

Nearside Front Steering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Leaking from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 44,777 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler union on filter head (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 44,777 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler union on filter head (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 44,063 miles

engine oil leak from oil filter/housing

rear differential leaking oil

transmission oil leaks

Pass 19 Jul 2016 43,633 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 42,693 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 42,677 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Engine has a oil leak

Gearbox has a oil leak

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear diff has a oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2012 42,409 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 42,118 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 21 Aug 2010 41,427 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 40,802 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 40,173 miles

coolant leak at radiator

ht leads chaffing underside of bonnet

offside rear lower arch & nearside front,over sill ,corroded!

rear brake application becoming uneven & nearside juddering slightly,requiring attention soon!

slight play nearside front lower trunion joint & steering rack bush

Fail 21 Jul 2008 40,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

coolant leak at radiator

ht leads chaffing underside of bonnet

offside rear lower arch & nearside front,over sill ,corroded!

rear brake application becoming uneven & nearside juddering slightly,requiring attention soon!

slight play nearside front lower trunion joint & steering rack bush

Pass 21 Jul 2007 39,052 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 36,942 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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UXF 277M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 UXF 277M, 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 UXF 277M registered?

UXF 277M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 August 1973.

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