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FIG 8221

1971 Triumph TR6

Green Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

26,475 mi
Last recorded26,475 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 8221
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 26,475 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 26,435 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 1 of 4 rear differential mounting points (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 26,244 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 25,955 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 25,784 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 25,784 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,770 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 25,637 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 25,636 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 25,354 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 25,179 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 24,923 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 24,922 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 24,845 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 21,152 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 18,480 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 18,435 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 17,801 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 17,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2011 15,734 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 11,889 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 10,113 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 89,146 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 8,281 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 7,299 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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FIG 8221 is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Green with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 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 FIG 8221, 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.

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How do I check the history of FIG 8221?

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What year was FIG 8221 registered?

FIG 8221 is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 October 1971.

Is FIG 8221 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 8221 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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