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VSB 587M

1974 Triumph TR6

Yellow Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

70,427 mi
Last recorded70,427 miles
Recorded on12 May 2022
Typical for 1974 Triumph TR655,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSB 587M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2022 70,427 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 70,323 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 69,315 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 68,456 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 68,401 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 67,451 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 67,399 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake servo vacuum pipe collapsed (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 66,908 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 65,857 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 65,408 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 64,974 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 64,061 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 62,903 miles

Front number plate is cracked

Fail 7 Apr 2010 62,732 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Lower Steering column shaft locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front number plate is cracked

Pass 14 Apr 2009 61,852 miles

nearside steering arm has slight play

offside rear suspension appears soft

Pass 28 Mar 2008 60,835 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 59,078 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 57,537 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 57,390 miles

slight bearing noise from nearside front wheel

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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VSB 587M is a 1974 Triumph TR6 in Yellow with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VSB 587M, 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 VSB 587M registered?

VSB 587M is a 1974 Triumph TR6, first registered on 16 April 1974.

Is VSB 587M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSB 587M shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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