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VDW 26J

1971 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

85,280 mi
Last recorded85,280 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2022
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDW 26J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2022 85,280 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coated in underbody seal (1.1.11 (c))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

chassis coated in underbody seal

Pass 17 Jul 2021 85,190 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes are coated in underbody seal (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn kingpin/trunion joint has slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn kingpin/trunion joint has slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive lower engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

lower chassis ladder and outrigger are coated in underbody seal

Pass 25 Jul 2020 85,062 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 84,743 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 84,639 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 84,522 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 84,397 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 84,327 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 84,245 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 83,879 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 83,731 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 83,554 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 83,426 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Slight play detected in the nearside steering rack

Pass 15 Jul 2010 83,426 miles

Slight play detected in the nearside steering rack

Pass 15 Jul 2009 83,161 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 82,809 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 82,809 miles

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 82,469 miles

Advisories from full test may/do still apply

Fail 3 Jul 2007 82,464 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 82,055 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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VDW 26J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VDW 26J, 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 VDW 26J registered?

VDW 26J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 23 June 1971.

Is VDW 26J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDW 26J shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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