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XRG 495L

1973 Triumph GT6

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

3,828 mi
Last recorded3,828 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph GT638,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRG 495L
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 3,828 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 2,790 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 2,012 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 1,440 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 860 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 180 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 99,571 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 98,954 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 98,402 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 98,400 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 97,962 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 97,295 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 97,053 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 96,659 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 96,656 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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XRG 495L is a 1973 Triumph GT6 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XRG 495L, 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 XRG 495L?

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What year was XRG 495L registered?

XRG 495L is a 1973 Triumph GT6, first registered on 16 March 1973.

Is XRG 495L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRG 495L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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