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CHU 742J

1971 Triumph Stag

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

101,716 mi
Last recorded101,716 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHU 742J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 101,716 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 99,084 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 98,604 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jan 2016 97,972 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 97,310 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 96,687 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 96,113 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 94,534 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 93,660 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 92,749 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 91,834 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 89,215 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 88,063 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 86,389 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 86,376 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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CHU 742J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 56,944 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CHU 742J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CHU 742J?

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What year was CHU 742J registered?

CHU 742J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 16 February 1971.

Is CHU 742J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHU 742J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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