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SEW 688K

1971 Triumph TR6

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

88,031 mi
Last recorded88,031 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEW 688K
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 88,031 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 88,023 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 88,013 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 87,935 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 87,924 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 87,665 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 87,612 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 87,547 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 87,440 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 87,341 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 86,776 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 86,346 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 85,784 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 85,784 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 85,186 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 85,125 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 85,058 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 84,612 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 84,285 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 84,128 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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SEW 688K is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SEW 688K, 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 SEW 688K registered?

SEW 688K is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 6 September 1971.

Is SEW 688K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEW 688K shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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