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FKB 847L

1972 Triumph GT6

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,674 mi
Last recorded31,674 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 Triumph GT644,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKB 847L
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 31,674 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 31,248 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 30,436 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 29,947 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 26,426 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

rear haft shaft rubber couplings getting poor.

wipers working but slow.

Pass 14 May 2012 21,781 miles

N/S/F Tyre is getting lower on the outer edge

Fail 3 May 2012 21,781 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

N/S/F Tyre is getting lower on the outer edge

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 7 May 2011 17,846 miles

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2011 17,846 miles

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

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2010 14,027 miles

engine has an oil leak!

Pass 25 Apr 2009 8,737 miles

HEADLIGHT PATTERN COULD BE BETTER.

Fail 24 Apr 2009 8,737 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

HEADLIGHT PATTERN COULD BE BETTER.

Pass 16 Apr 2008 5,548 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 5,174 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 3,715 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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FKB 847L is a 1972 Triumph GT6 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Triumph GT6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 44,452 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 FKB 847L, 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 54 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 FKB 847L registered?

FKB 847L is a 1972 Triumph GT6, first registered on 25 October 1972.

Is FKB 847L safe to buy?

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