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VPV 822K

1972 Triumph TR6

Orange Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

75,709 mi
Last recorded75,709 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Triumph TR643,276 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPV 822K
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 75,709 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 75,157 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 74,165 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 73,082 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 71,814 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 71,606 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 71,539 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 71,188 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 70,928 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 70,475 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 69,776 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 19 Jul 2014 69,644 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 69,274 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 69,271 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 69,039 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 68,554 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 67,747 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 67,747 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 67,246 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 66,795 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 65,684 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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VPV 822K is a 1972 Triumph TR6 in Orange with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1972 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 43,276 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 VPV 822K, 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 54 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 VPV 822K registered?

VPV 822K is a 1972 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 June 1972.

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The MOT history for VPV 822K shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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