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SUR 392J

1978 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,198 mi
Last recorded92,198 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1978 Triumph TR632,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUR 392J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 92,198 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 92,017 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 91,572 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 91,133 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 90,672 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 89,959 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 89,742 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 88,671 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 87,741 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 87,231 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 87,231 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 86,811 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 86,411 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 86,379 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 86,194 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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SUR 392J is a 1978 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SUR 392J, 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 SUR 392J?

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What year was SUR 392J registered?

SUR 392J is a 1978 Triumph TR6, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is SUR 392J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUR 392J shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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