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BTL 160L

1973 Triumph Stag Auto

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

95,749 mi
Last recorded95,749 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2021
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag Auto60,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTL 160L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2021 95,749 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 95,667 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 95,553 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 95,389 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 94,953 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 94,466 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 93,646 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 93,646 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 93,559 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 92,711 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 85,928 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 79,542 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 75,109 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 75,069 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 75,069 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 74,886 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 74,886 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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BTL 160L is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BTL 160L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BTL 160L registered?

BTL 160L is a 1973 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is BTL 160L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTL 160L shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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