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606 VYC

1972 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,783 mi
Last recorded99,783 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration606 VYC
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 99,783 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play top joint under bonnet in engine bay (2.1.5)

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

several oil leaks

Fail 25 Apr 2017 99,763 miles

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Steering column universal joint has slight play top joint under bonnet in engine bay (2.1.5)

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

several oil leaks

Pass 4 May 2016 97,864 miles

Oil leaks

Fail 26 Apr 2016 97,853 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Oil leaks

Pass 9 May 2015 95,854 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

offside and nearside Front wheel bearings slight roughness when rotated

Pass 24 Feb 2014 94,337 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 93,311 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 91,888 miles

steering rack bushes worn!

Fail 13 Sep 2011 91,888 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

steering rack bushes worn!

Pass 26 Jun 2010 90,163 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 39,635 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 39,627 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 May 2008 88,412 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 88,407 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 86,931 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag?

Based on 64,590 MOT tests across 6,070 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
417
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
6,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,039
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,744
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,507
Stop lamp not working 1,283
brake binding 1,269
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606 VYC is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,504 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Stag fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,039 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 606 VYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 606 VYC registered?

606 VYC is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 18 April 1972.

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