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EIJ 4801

1980 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,007 mi
Last recorded36,007 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Triumph Stag40,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEIJ 4801
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 36,007 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 33,744 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 33,740 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Seat belt anchorage loose buckle mounting bracket (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 29,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear both sides drive shafts sliding joint gaiters insecure

Fail 8 May 2024 29,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear both sides drive shafts sliding joint gaiters insecure

Pass 24 May 2023 28,144 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2023 28,144 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 25,349 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 22,486 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil sump misting (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil sump misting (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 22,159 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 22,150 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 20,564 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 20,555 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2018 19,938 miles

Engine smokey at fast idle.

Rear tyres worn.

Pass 16 Mar 2017 19,821 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Engine smokes at idle.

Rear tyres worn.

Fail 15 Mar 2017 19,804 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine oil leaks.

Engine smokes at idle.

Rear tyres worn.

Pass 15 Mar 2016 19,703 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 19,394 miles

Rear tyres worn.

Pass 17 Mar 2014 19,032 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 18,694 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 18,694 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 18,532 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,448 miles

Front tyres worn.

Pass 22 Mar 2010 18,309 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 18,118 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 18,022 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 17,774 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 17,370 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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EIJ 4801 is a 1980 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 40,373 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 EIJ 4801, 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 46 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 EIJ 4801 registered?

EIJ 4801 is a 1980 Triumph Stag, first registered on 8 November 1980.

Is EIJ 4801 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EIJ 4801 shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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