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RCT 196M

1974 Triumph GT6

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,834 mi
Last recorded28,834 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph GT655,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCT 196M
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 28,834 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 28,671 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 28,572 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 28,483 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 28,065 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 27,964 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 27,725 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 27,590 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 27,548 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 27,491 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 27,439 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 27,432 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 27,394 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 26,107 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 23,156 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 21,106 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 19,193 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 16,811 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 15,014 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 13,324 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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RCT 196M is a 1974 Triumph GT6 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Triumph GT6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 55,409 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 RCT 196M, 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 52 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 RCT 196M?

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What year was RCT 196M registered?

RCT 196M is a 1974 Triumph GT6, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is RCT 196M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCT 196M shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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