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CGG 974S

1978 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,759 mi
Last recorded58,759 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2012
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGG 974S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2012 58,759 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 58,607 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 58,410 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 58,318 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 58,106 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 58,103 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 57,756 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 57,756 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Offside Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 15 May 2007 57,618 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 570,933 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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CGG 974S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 62,190 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 CGG 974S, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CGG 974S registered?

CGG 974S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 17 March 1978.

Is CGG 974S safe to buy?

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