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XRW 42J

1971 Triumph TR6

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

56,073 mi
Last recorded56,073 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRW 42J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 56,073 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

most suspension rubber bushes deteriorated

Pass 2 Sep 2016 56,052 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 56,051 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 56,048 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play axial joint (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 56,033 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 56,021 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 56,018 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 55,960 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 55,945 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 55,925 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 55,892 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 55,868 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 55,835 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 55,815 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 55,783 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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XRW 42J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XRW 42J, 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.

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What year was XRW 42J registered?

XRW 42J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 20 May 1971.

Is XRW 42J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRW 42J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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