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UBY 27M

1973 Triumph GT6

Yellow Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,571 mi
Last recorded1,571 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph GT638,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBY 27M
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 1,571 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 25,502 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 25,226 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 25,099 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 24,265 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 23,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 7 Jan 2013 23,154 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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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UBY 27M is a 1973 Triumph GT6 in Yellow with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 UBY 27M, 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 UBY 27M?

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What year was UBY 27M registered?

UBY 27M is a 1973 Triumph GT6, first registered on 12 October 1973.

Is UBY 27M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBY 27M shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UBY 27M have outstanding finance?

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