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GCU 6

1972 Triumph GT6

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,060 mi
Last recorded98,060 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Triumph GT644,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCU 6
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 98,060 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 98,060 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 98,060 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 98,060 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 97,780 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 95,320 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 91,747 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 88,662 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 86,728 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both front and nearside rear tyres perished/cracking

Pass 11 Aug 2008 86,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front and nearside rear tyres perished/cracking

Pass 31 May 2007 85,418 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 83,369 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 81,705 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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GCU 6 is a 1972 Triumph GT6 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GCU 6, 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

How do I check the history of GCU 6?

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What year was GCU 6 registered?

GCU 6 is a 1972 Triumph GT6, first registered on 7 March 1972.

Is GCU 6 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCU 6 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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