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AFR 542R

1977 Triumph Stag Auto

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,787 mi
Last recorded67,787 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Stag Auto60,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFR 542R
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 67,787 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 18 Sep 2017 67,786 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Coolant leak ()

Pass 26 Jun 2012 67,694 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

light switch worn

Fail 25 Jun 2012 67,693 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

light switch worn

Pass 13 Jun 2011 67,638 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

light switch worn

nearside front tyre slight cracking

Pass 21 Jun 2010 67,491 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

light switch worn

nearside front tyre slight cracking

Fail 21 Jun 2010 67,491 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

light switch worn

nearside front tyre slight cracking

Pass 30 Jun 2009 67,447 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 2 Jul 2005 67,438 miles

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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AFR 542R is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 60,392 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 740 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFR 542R, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AFR 542R is a 1977 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 4 May 1977.

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