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XBT 803J

1971 Triumph TR6

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,254 mi
Last recorded57,254 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBT 803J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 57,254 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 56,794 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 56,231 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 55,356 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 55,356 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2013 55,045 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 54,979 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 54,902 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 54,902 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 54,902 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 54,884 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 54,074 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 53,032 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 51,222 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 49,631 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 49,631 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

inner bushes in both front top suspension arms starting to split

slight wear in nearside of steering rack

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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XBT 803J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 XBT 803J, 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 XBT 803J registered?

XBT 803J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is XBT 803J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBT 803J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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