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FOY 747J

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

64,881 mi
Last recorded64,881 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOY 747J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 64,881 miles

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner upper wishbone buses perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 64,733 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 64,733 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 64,600 miles

Steering rack U-clamp bushes slightly worn.

Pass 9 Jun 2023 64,517 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 64,263 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 64,003 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 63,879 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 63,672 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 63,547 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 63,407 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 63,407 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 63,244 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 63,067 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 63,067 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2011 62,116 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 61,746 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 61,066 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 61,066 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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FOY 747J 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 FOY 747J, 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 FOY 747J registered?

FOY 747J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is FOY 747J safe to buy?

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