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VCM 229L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,975 mi
Last recorded98,975 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCM 229L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 98,975 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 98,939 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 98,843 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 98,734 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 98,716 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 98,502 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2018 98,502 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 98,363 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 98,208 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 98,031 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 97,961 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play in n/s lower trunion.

Pass 21 Jun 2013 97,724 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 97,507 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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VCM 229L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VCM 229L, 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 VCM 229L registered?

VCM 229L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 20 May 1973.

Is VCM 229L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCM 229L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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