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VLJ 955

1974 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,501 mi
Last recorded43,501 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph TR655,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLJ 955
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 43,501 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 28,380 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 15,768 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 14,375 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 12,947 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 Mar 2014 12,947 miles

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

Nearside Front engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 Feb 2014 12,939 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Inner Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2012 9,720 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,532 miles

Front Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2010 7,085 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 7,055 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 6,876 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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VLJ 955 is a 1974 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VLJ 955, 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 VLJ 955 registered?

VLJ 955 is a 1974 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is VLJ 955 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLJ 955 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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