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XVH 262J

1971 Triumph TR6

Green Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,606 mi
Last recorded96,606 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph TR642,509 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVH 262J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 96,606 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 96,604 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 95,959 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 95,494 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 95,072 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 94,824 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 94,551 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight play in outer bushes

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 94,297 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 93,945 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 93,683 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 93,681 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 93,502 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 93,266 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 93,061 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 92,830 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 92,557 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 92,308 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 92,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 91,937 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 91,683 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 91,457 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 91,291 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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XVH 262J is a 1971 Triumph TR6 in Green with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XVH 262J, 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

How do I check the history of XVH 262J?

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What year was XVH 262J registered?

XVH 262J is a 1971 Triumph TR6, first registered on 18 May 1971.

Is XVH 262J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVH 262J shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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