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PBX 807J

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

71,247 mi
Last recorded71,247 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBX 807J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 71,247 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 70,797 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 69,834 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 69,007 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 68,313 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 68,157 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 67,954 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 67,811 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 67,149 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 67,129 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 67,129 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 May 2013 66,581 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 65,390 miles

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

battery insecure

Pass 23 Sep 2010 64,687 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 64,132 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 62,032 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 61,005 miles

slight play n/s front lower suspension joint

Pass 18 May 2006 60,183 miles

oil on rear brake pipes.

slight play in n/s steering

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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PBX 807J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 PBX 807J, 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 PBX 807J registered?

PBX 807J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 6 July 1971.

Is PBX 807J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBX 807J shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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