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FGP 161J

1978 Triumph TR6

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

37,211 mi
Last recorded37,211 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1978 Triumph TR632,751 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGP 161J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 37,211 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 36,369 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 35,005 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 32,751 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 31,154 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 31,130 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 31,129 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 30,070 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 29,515 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 28,884 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 27,555 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 27,098 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 26,219 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 25,747 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 24,884 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 23,944 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 23,342 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak from diff

Pass 12 Jul 2008 20,921 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 17,689 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 16,131 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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FGP 161J is a 1978 Triumph TR6 in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1978 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 32,751 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 FGP 161J, 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 48 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 FGP 161J?

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What year was FGP 161J registered?

FGP 161J is a 1978 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is FGP 161J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGP 161J shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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