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TJH 808J

1970 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,264 mi
Last recorded8,264 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1970 Triumph TR639,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJH 808J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 8,264 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Aug 2024 6,257 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 4,521 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 3,838 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 3,838 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 2,369 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 1,453 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 1,062 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 169 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 39,031 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 38,150 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 37,122 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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TJH 808J is a 1970 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 TJH 808J, 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 TJH 808J registered?

TJH 808J is a 1970 Triumph TR6, first registered on 12 October 1970.

Is TJH 808J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJH 808J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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