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FPB 255J

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,802 mi
Last recorded15,802 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPB 255J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 15,802 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 12,356 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 8,391 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 6,616 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 6,280 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 5,535 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 4,368 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 2,532 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 1,236 miles

Nearside Rear very slight roughness in wheel bearing

Pass 17 Nov 2014 45,467 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Nov 2014 45,467 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2013 44,087 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 42,285 miles

horn only just loud enough

Fail 10 Nov 2012 42,280 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

horn only just loud enough

Pass 14 Nov 2011 42,029 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 41,215 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 40,701 miles

slight play in nearside track rod end

Pass 30 Sep 2008 40,049 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 39,244 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 37,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak from base of nearside front suspension trunion

oil leak from base of offside front trunion

oil leak from engine sump area

oil leak from overdrive unit of gearbox

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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FPB 255J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FPB 255J, 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 FPB 255J registered?

FPB 255J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 25 February 1971.

Is FPB 255J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPB 255J shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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