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RNJ 597M

1974 Triumph GT6

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,493 mi
Last recorded44,493 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1974 Triumph GT655,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNJ 597M
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 44,493 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 44,408 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 44,165 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 43,470 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 43,214 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 41,372 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 40,009 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 39,046 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 38,323 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 37,542 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 36,153 miles

slight ply in rack

Pass 27 Mar 2012 35,475 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 35,475 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 33,404 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear wheels binding slightly

Fail 30 Jun 2010 33,378 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 32,907 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 31,699 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 29,987 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 29,122 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 29,109 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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RNJ 597M is a 1974 Triumph GT6 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RNJ 597M, 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

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What year was RNJ 597M registered?

RNJ 597M is a 1974 Triumph GT6, first registered on 27 June 1974.

Is RNJ 597M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNJ 597M shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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