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AST 4G

1974 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,356 mi
Last recorded41,356 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 1974 Triumph Stag57,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAST 4G
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 41,356 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 41,354 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 41,220 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 41,218 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2019 40,952 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 40,545 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 40,544 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 40,298 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 40,298 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 37,199 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 37,198 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 36,785 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 36,781 miles

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 34,422 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 34,422 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 33,755 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 32,941 miles

Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

horn air compressor struggles to work horn

number plates not lkely to be misread but close to advisery

slight freeplay in steering n/s/f rack mounts movement

Pass 7 Jul 2011 32,431 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 28,075 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 27,069 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 21,316 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 21,314 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 16,312 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 16,311 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 15 May 2006 13,477 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 13,477 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 10 May 2005 10,009 miles

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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AST 4G is a 1974 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 57,450 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 AST 4G, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AST 4G registered?

AST 4G is a 1974 Triumph Stag, first registered on 3 October 1974.

Is AST 4G safe to buy?

The MOT history for AST 4G shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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