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VEF 86M

1974 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

5,392 mi
Last recorded5,392 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph TR655,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEF 86M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 5,392 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 5,372 miles

Stop lamp not working Both sides (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 5,181 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 4,978 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 4,799 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 4,383 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 4,027 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 3,968 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 3,510 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 3,174 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jun 2009 3,149 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2008 2,747 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 2,405 miles

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

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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VEF 86M is a 1974 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VEF 86M, 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

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What year was VEF 86M registered?

VEF 86M is a 1974 Triumph TR6, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is VEF 86M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEF 86M shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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