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SBD 998M

1974 Triumph GT6

Purple Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,210 mi
Last recorded7,210 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 Triumph GT655,409 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBD 998M
MakeTriumph
ModelGT6
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 7,210 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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SBD 998M is a 1974 Triumph GT6 in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 SBD 998M, 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 SBD 998M registered?

SBD 998M is a 1974 Triumph GT6, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is SBD 998M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBD 998M shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SBD 998M have outstanding finance?

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