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EYE 787J

1971 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,938 mi
Last recorded76,938 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYE 787J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 76,938 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 76,614 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 75,920 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 75,920 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Aug 2016 75,565 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 75,565 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 74,765 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 74,765 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 74,757 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 74,717 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 74,631 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 74,320 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 73,525 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 72,911 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 72,100 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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EYE 787J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EYE 787J, 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

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What year was EYE 787J registered?

EYE 787J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 3 March 1971.

Is EYE 787J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYE 787J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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