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DVT 789J

1970 Triumph TR6

Maroon Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

5,627 mi
Last recorded5,627 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1970 Triumph TR639,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVT 789J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1970
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 5,627 miles

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive centre. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 4,557 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 3,736 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 2,693 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 1,817 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 1,046 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 341 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 99,634 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 99,634 miles

Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 98,656 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 97,638 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2017 97,636 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 96,293 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 95,999 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 95,762 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 95,633 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 95,103 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 94,785 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 94,604 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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DVT 789J is a 1970 Triumph TR6 in Maroon with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 DVT 789J, 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 DVT 789J registered?

DVT 789J is a 1970 Triumph TR6, first registered on 9 September 1970.

Is DVT 789J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVT 789J shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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