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XXD 242M

1973 Triumph TR6

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXXD 242M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018
Pass 8 May 2017
Pass 31 Mar 2016 78,906 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2014

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 2,923 miles

no passenger seats fitted

slight play in all anti-roll bar linkages

Pass 22 Jun 2012

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 6 May 2010 56,808 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008
Fail 2 Dec 2008

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2006

slight play in nearside rear anti roll bar link bushes

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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XXD 242M is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 XXD 242M, 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

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What year was XXD 242M registered?

XXD 242M is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 11 October 1973.

Is XXD 242M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XXD 242M shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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