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DLB 948J

1971 Triumph GT6

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,901 mi
Last recorded8,901 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Triumph GT643,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLB 948J
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 8,901 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Sep 2017 8,887 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Sep 2016 108,586 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 8,556 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 8,506 miles

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

Thermostat housing weeping.

Wiper blades starting to split.

Pass 31 Aug 2013 8,350 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 8,344 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 8,270 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,078 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 7,998 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 7,776 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 7,727 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 6,618 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 5,566 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph GT6?

Based on 14,984 MOT tests across 1,835 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
1,835
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 774
brake binding 398
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 393
Horn not working 367
Stop lamp not working 340
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DLB 948J is a 1971 Triumph GT6 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Triumph GT6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 43,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph GT6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 774 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLB 948J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph GT6 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph GT6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DLB 948J registered?

DLB 948J is a 1971 Triumph GT6, first registered on 21 April 1971.

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