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VMR 45M

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,209 mi
Last recorded18,209 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMR 45M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 18,209 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 17,441 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 16,553 miles

WEAR IN STEERING RACK AND PINION.

Pass 27 Sep 2016 16,267 miles

SOME WEAR IN STEERING RACK AND PINION.

Pass 25 Sep 2015 16,032 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 15,623 miles

wear in steering rack and pinion

Fail 24 Sep 2013 15,373 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 15,373 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 15,039 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 14,158 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 12,105 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 11,691 miles

Centre Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Oil leak

advise accelerator pedal very lose in mounting point location

advise fuel cap sealing ring starting to split and perish

advise signs of brake fluid around master cylinder to servo mounting indicating possible rear master cylinder seal leaking!

Pass 4 Sep 2009 11,691 miles

Oil leak

advise accelerator pedal very lose in mounting point location

advise fuel cap sealing ring starting to split and perish

advise signs of brake fluid around master cylinder to servo mounting indicating possible rear master cylinder seal leaking!

Pass 5 Sep 2008 11,232 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 10,962 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 9,763 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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VMR 45M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VMR 45M, 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 VMR 45M registered?

VMR 45M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is VMR 45M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMR 45M shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMR 45M have outstanding finance?

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