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WDF 523J

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

50,202 mi
Last recorded50,202 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDF 523J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 50,202 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 50,049 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 49,781 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

rear brakes slightly unbalanced

Pass 6 Dec 2013 49,649 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 49,354 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 49,344 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 49,330 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 49,307 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 49,298 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 49,298 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 49,286 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 49,257 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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WDF 523J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 42,509 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 WDF 523J, 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 55 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 WDF 523J registered?

WDF 523J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 4 January 1971.

Is WDF 523J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDF 523J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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