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TGU 97M

1973 Triumph GT6

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,673 mi
Last recorded75,673 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2007
Typical for 1973 Triumph GT638,610 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGU 97M
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2007 75,673 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 75,671 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 73,203 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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TGU 97M is a 1973 Triumph GT6 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TGU 97M, 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

How do I check the history of TGU 97M?

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What year was TGU 97M registered?

TGU 97M is a 1973 Triumph GT6, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is TGU 97M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGU 97M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TGU 97M have outstanding finance?

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