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VGW 834M

1974 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

99,190 mi
Last recorded99,190 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2021
Typical for 1974 Triumph TR655,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGW 834M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2021 99,190 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 99,190 miles

Oil leaking excessively from transmission gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2021 99,190 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 99,161 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 98,876 miles

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

slight oil dampness under engine , gearbox and rear diff unit

Fail 20 Jul 2019 98,876 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

slight oil dampness under engine , gearbox and rear diff unit

Pass 21 Jul 2018 98,232 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2017 97,575 miles

some oil leaks from engine , gearbox and rear diff areas

Fail 22 Jul 2017 97,575 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering system fouling upper column pinch bolt fouling electrical cable (2.2.D.2a)

some oil leaks from engine , gearbox and rear diff areas

Pass 23 Jul 2016 97,004 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 96,161 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 95,519 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 95,498 miles

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 95,479 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyre outer side walls deteriorating

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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VGW 834M is a 1974 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VGW 834M, 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.

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What year was VGW 834M registered?

VGW 834M is a 1974 Triumph TR6, first registered on 3 May 1974.

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