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FMP 400J

1970 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,765 mi
Last recorded26,765 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 1970 Triumph Stag57,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMP 400J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 26,765 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 25,882 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 24,002 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 23,082 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Sep 2019 23,082 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 22,246 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 21,698 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 21,698 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 21,612 miles

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

Offside engine mounting bracket not fully secure (6.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 21,487 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 21,391 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 21,390 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 21,967 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 21,228 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 18,953 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Jul 2010 18,950 miles

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 17,503 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 17,494 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2008 15,626 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 15,620 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2007 14,063 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

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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FMP 400J is a 1970 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 57,238 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FMP 400J, 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 56 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FMP 400J registered?

FMP 400J is a 1970 Triumph Stag, first registered on 1 December 1970.

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