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OBH 697H

1970 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,519 mi
Last recorded19,519 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1970 Triumph TR639,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBH 697H
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 19,519 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2026 19,519 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 19,347 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 18,039 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 17,180 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 16,116 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine oil leak and rear differential leak

Pass 2 Aug 2021 15,054 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 13,539 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 12,245 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 11,069 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front d bush has slight play

Fail 6 Aug 2018 11,069 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front d bush has slight play

Offside washer jet needs adjusting

Pass 2 Aug 2017 10,100 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 8,226 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 6,734 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 4,711 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 3,058 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 1,289 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 99,307 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 97,700 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 97,431 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 96,987 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 96,421 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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OBH 697H is a 1970 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OBH 697H, 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 OBH 697H registered?

OBH 697H is a 1970 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 March 1970.

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The MOT history for OBH 697H shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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