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YLV 5J

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,128 mi
Last recorded26,128 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLV 5J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 26,128 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 26,128 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 25,853 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 25,758 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 25,311 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 22,834 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 17,704 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 14,244 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 10,316 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 7,842 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 387 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 1,285 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 99,352 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 93,121 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 89,166 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 83,396 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 81,711 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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YLV 5J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YLV 5J, 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 YLV 5J registered?

YLV 5J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 4 May 1971.

Is YLV 5J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLV 5J shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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