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VWM 646L

1973 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,447 mi
Last recorded6,447 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWM 646L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 6,447 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 6,446 miles

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp BOTH REAR (4.2.3 (c))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp BOTH REAR (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 31 May 2024 6,225 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 6,022 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 4,412 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 2,885 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 2,674 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 2,352 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 1,953 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 1,633 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 1,632 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 1,621 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 1,619 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 1,616 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 1,340 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2009 1,340 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 963 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 6 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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VWM 646L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VWM 646L, 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 VWM 646L registered?

VWM 646L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 21 March 1973.

Is VWM 646L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWM 646L shows 18 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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