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XJE 859L

1973 Triumph TR6

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,461 mi
Last recorded31,461 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJE 859L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 31,461 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 31,460 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 31,388 miles

near side rear drive shaft worn

Pass 6 Jul 2011 31,307 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 31,199 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 31,198 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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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XJE 859L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XJE 859L, 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

How do I check the history of XJE 859L?

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What year was XJE 859L registered?

XJE 859L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is XJE 859L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJE 859L shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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