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5 TAG

1973 Triumph Stag Auto

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,911 mi
Last recorded72,911 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag Auto60,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 TAG
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 72,911 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 72,673 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 May 2016 72,367 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 71,139 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 69,936 miles

all tyres have deterioation

Pass 12 Jul 2013 69,524 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in nearside front tyre

tyres deterioating

Pass 4 Jul 2012 69,079 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 68,777 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 68,177 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 67,488 miles

slight play in lower steering shaft u j

Fail 17 Apr 2009 67,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

slight play in lower steering shaft u j

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag Auto?

Based on 21,225 MOT tests across 2,079 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,079
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 740
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 550
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 491
brake binding 442
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 440
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5 TAG is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 60,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Stag Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 740 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 5 TAG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 5 TAG registered?

5 TAG is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is 5 TAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 TAG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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