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FGW 571J

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

25,685 mi
Last recorded25,685 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGW 571J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 25,685 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 25,685 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 16,238 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 15,043 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 14,572 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 14,348 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 13,177 miles

slight wear in both lower front trunions

Pass 16 May 2013 12,309 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2012 11,688 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 10,725 miles

Offside Outer Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 27 May 2011 10,725 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 May 2010 9,679 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 8,826 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 29 May 2009 8,826 miles

Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 May 2008 7,455 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2008 7,455 miles

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 May 2007 6,213 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 5,570 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 4,942 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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FGW 571J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1971 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 42,509 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 FGW 571J, 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 55 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 FGW 571J registered?

FGW 571J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 January 1971.

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The MOT history for FGW 571J shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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