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WVH 487J

1971 Triumph TR6

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

2,338 mi
Last recorded2,338 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVH 487J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 2,338 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 2,067 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 1,944 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 1,694 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 13 miles

slight weep from clutch slave cylinder

slight weep from diff pinnon seal

slight weep gearbox area

Pass 13 May 2011 98,938 miles

o/s track rod end,rubber grease gaiter split

Fail 9 May 2011 98,938 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

o/s track rod end,rubber grease gaiter split

Pass 22 Apr 2010 98,843 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 98,843 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

Pass 20 Jun 2008 98,777 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 98,461 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 97,902 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 97,902 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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WVH 487J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WVH 487J, 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 WVH 487J registered?

WVH 487J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 8 February 1971.

Is WVH 487J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVH 487J shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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