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UTU 6M

1978 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,507 mi
Last recorded65,507 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph TR632,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTU 6M
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2019 65,507 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 65,357 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 65,251 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 64,715 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 64,583 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 69,038 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 May 2010 63,537 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 62,853 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 62,007 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 60,716 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 59,356 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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UTU 6M is a 1978 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 32,751 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 UTU 6M, 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 48 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 UTU 6M?

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What year was UTU 6M registered?

UTU 6M is a 1978 Triumph TR6, first registered on 14 June 1978.

Is UTU 6M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTU 6M shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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