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YVK 745J

1970 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

55,227 mi
Last recorded55,227 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 1970 Triumph TR639,909 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVK 745J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 55,227 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 55,111 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 55,109 miles

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 54,734 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 54,676 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

various drive shaft bolts loose/insecure

Fail 24 Mar 2017 54,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bolt through boot floor (7.1.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

various drive shaft bolts loose/insecure

Pass 11 Apr 2014 54,579 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 54,579 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 54,579 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 54,577 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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YVK 745J is a 1970 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1970 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 39,909 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 YVK 745J, 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 56 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 YVK 745J registered?

YVK 745J is a 1970 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 September 1970.

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