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FKR 500L

1972 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,685 mi
Last recorded82,685 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2024
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKR 500L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2024 82,685 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 82,067 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged slightly frayed (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 81,814 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 81,814 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 81,546 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 80,567 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

diff oil leak

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 10 Jul 2015 80,526 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 80,362 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

slight movement in n/s front wheel bearing and slight wear in steering

small oil leaks

Pass 11 Jul 2013 80,256 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 80,100 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 80,070 miles

Small amount of play in n/s/r wheel brg

Some play in steering system

Pass 25 Jun 2010 80,027 miles

Some play in o/s/f inner steering rack arm

n/s/f wheel bearing has some play

Pass 26 Jun 2009 79,965 miles

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 79,736 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

corrosion to both rear coil springs

corrosion to offside outer sill at rear

fuel hose perishing under bonnet

slight play detected at steering wheel

underneath vehicle heavily covered in underseal

Fail 3 Jul 2008 79,732 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

corrosion to both rear coil springs

corrosion to offside outer sill at rear

fuel hose perishing under bonnet

slight play detected at steering wheel

underneath vehicle heavily covered in underseal

Pass 26 Jun 2007 79,703 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 79,680 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 79,192 miles

o/s front wheel bearing has some play

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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FKR 500L is a 1972 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FKR 500L, 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

How do I check the history of FKR 500L?

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What year was FKR 500L registered?

FKR 500L is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 2 October 1972.

Is FKR 500L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKR 500L shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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