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FLU 102J

1971 Triumph GT6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,793 mi
Last recorded20,793 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2012
Typical for 1971 Triumph GT643,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLU 102J
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2012 20,793 miles

battery insecure

engine running eratic

no self park on wipers

right hand lower trunnion bolt worn in wish bone no play noted advise attension considerd dangerous

Fail 10 Sep 2012 20,781 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d) DANGEROUS

battery insecure

engine running eratic

no self park on wipers

right hand lower trunnion bolt worn in wish bone no play noted advise attension considerd dangerous

Pass 22 Aug 2011 20,780 miles

both front wheel rims dented

drivers and passengers seats movement

fuel pipe at rear could do with secureing

movement steering coloumn

n/s number plate lamp lens missing

rear seat has now been removed

rear suspension lower arm bushes poor condition

small free play through steering

underbody corrosion starting

Fail 15 Aug 2011 20,778 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front wheel rims dented

drivers and passengers seats movement

fuel pipe at rear could do with secureing

movement steering coloumn

rear suspension lower arm bushes poor condition

small free play through steering

underbody corrosion starting

Pass 15 Jul 2010 20,310 miles

Oil leak

both front wheels slightly damaged

exhaust pipe hitting body/chassis

fuel cap seal worn slightly

fuel pipe hitting body/chassis front and rear

hand brake lever slight movement side to side

knock in n/s rack

n/s number plate lens missing

Fail 9 Jul 2010 20,308 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front wheels slightly damaged

exhaust pipe hitting body/chassis

fuel cap seal worn slightly

fuel pipe hitting body/chassis front and rear

hand brake lever slight movement side to side

knock in n/s rack

n/s number plate lens missing

Pass 27 Jun 2009 20,157 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 20,153 miles

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside front steering rack arm has slight play

Pass 27 Jun 2008 19,693 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 19,690 miles

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 19,421 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 19,406 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front suspension low

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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FLU 102J is a 1971 Triumph GT6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FLU 102J, 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 FLU 102J registered?

FLU 102J is a 1971 Triumph GT6, first registered on 11 January 1971.

Is FLU 102J safe to buy?

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