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VBU 823S

1977 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,805 mi
Last recorded49,805 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1977 Triumph TR615,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBU 823S
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 49,805 miles

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

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play rack tie rod end (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 22 Sep 2015 49,805 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel pipe leaking at rear joint aera (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play rack tie rod end (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 49,339 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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VBU 823S is a 1977 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 15,556 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 VBU 823S, 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 49 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 VBU 823S registered?

VBU 823S is a 1977 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 December 1977.

Is VBU 823S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBU 823S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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