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UEY 742L

1973 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

12,673 mi
Last recorded12,673 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph TR650,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEY 742L
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 12,673 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 12,501 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 12,100 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 11,715 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 11,434 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 11,018 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 10,870 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 10,623 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 10,336 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 9,927 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 8,417 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 8,084 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 7,595 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 7,398 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 7,398 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 7,190 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 6,961 miles

Offside + Nearside rear tyres fouling top shock absorber mounts under load (inner sidewalls)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 6,639 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 6,620 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 6,540 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 6,404 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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UEY 742L is a 1973 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 UEY 742L, 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

How do I check the history of UEY 742L?

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What year was UEY 742L registered?

UEY 742L is a 1973 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is UEY 742L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEY 742L shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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