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EDF 256L

1972 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

91,576 mi
Last recorded91,576 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDF 256L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 91,576 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 91,565 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 91,525 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 91,468 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 91,360 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

indicator flash rate just above minimum limit

slightly reduced effort from offside park and service brake

Pass 20 Feb 2013 91,236 miles

slight paly in both offside wheel bearings

Pass 1 Mar 2012 91,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 90,861 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2009 90,645 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 89,443 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 89,443 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 86,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside 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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EDF 256L is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,504 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 EDF 256L, 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 54 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 EDF 256L registered?

EDF 256L is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 10 October 1972.

Is EDF 256L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDF 256L shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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