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XAL 21M

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,226 mi
Last recorded6,226 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2020
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAL 21M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2020 6,226 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 6,176 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning lamp or other device has operated (3.3.E.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch all the way round (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill lower edge (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill bracket not welded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch all the way round (3.6.C.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill lower edge (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed boot (6.2.B.1a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

clutch reservoir leaking

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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XAL 21M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 XAL 21M, 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.

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How do I check the history of XAL 21M?

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What year was XAL 21M registered?

XAL 21M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is XAL 21M safe to buy?

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