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FAB 823J

1971 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,188 mi
Last recorded35,188 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1971 Triumph Stag56,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAB 823J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 35,188 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 35,166 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 35,127 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 34,613 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 34,351 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 34,269 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 34,094 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 33,245 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 32,758 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 32,751 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 31,951 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 31,719 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 31,011 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 29,549 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 29,549 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Inner Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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Pass 17 Jul 2012 28,369 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 26,693 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 25,352 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 23,228 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 21,018 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 20,556 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 20,178 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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FAB 823J is a 1971 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FAB 823J, 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 FAB 823J?

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What year was FAB 823J registered?

FAB 823J is a 1971 Triumph Stag, first registered on 10 February 1971.

Is FAB 823J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAB 823J shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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