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KAU 495N

1998 Triumph TR6

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

60,018 mi
Last recorded60,018 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph TR638,049 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAU 495N
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 60,018 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 59,922 miles

both side rear tyres perishing slightly

Pass 17 Oct 2018 59,782 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 59,708 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 59,625 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 59,241 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 59,097 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 58,955 miles

all tyres perishing slightly

Pass 11 Oct 2011 58,762 miles

all four tyres perishing slightly

Pass 12 Oct 2010 58,541 miles

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

Oil leak

all tyres perishing slighly

exhaust backbox baffles collapsed

Pass 8 Oct 2009 58,364 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Oct 2009 58,364 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2008 58,342 miles

all tyres perishing

Pass 24 Jul 2007 58,276 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 58,136 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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KAU 495N is a 1998 Triumph TR6 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 38,049 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 KAU 495N, 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 28 years old, this Triumph TR6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KAU 495N registered?

KAU 495N is a 1998 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is KAU 495N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAU 495N shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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