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DUF 251L

1973 Triumph GT6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,400 mi
Last recorded42,400 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph GT638,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUF 251L
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 42,400 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 42,248 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 42,084 miles

both n/s tyres cracking.

Pass 11 Sep 2014 41,973 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 41,757 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 41,556 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,452 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 41,248 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 41,248 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 41,053 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 40,801 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 40,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 40,499 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 40,197 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 40,191 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DUF 251L is a 1973 Triumph GT6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Triumph GT6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 38,610 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 DUF 251L, 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 53 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 DUF 251L registered?

DUF 251L is a 1973 Triumph GT6, first registered on 10 April 1973.

Is DUF 251L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUF 251L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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