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VWK 770J

1970 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,970 mi
Last recorded52,970 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1970 Triumph TR639,909 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWK 770J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 52,970 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 52,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 12 May 2025 52,949 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 50,699 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 49,840 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 48,376 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 47,864 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 46,741 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 45,537 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 18 Dec 2017 45,533 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 44,121 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2016 44,117 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 42,723 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 42,358 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 41,801 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 41,278 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 40,391 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 39,870 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 39,032 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 37,780 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 37,038 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 36,690 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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VWK 770J is a 1970 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VWK 770J, 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 VWK 770J registered?

VWK 770J is a 1970 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 November 1970.

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