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FOE 960L

1972 Triumph Stag

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,094 mi
Last recorded85,094 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOE 960L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 85,094 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight general corrosion to underside

wipers poor

Pass 5 Aug 2017 83,223 miles

rear exhaust box rubber mounts split

Pass 8 Aug 2016 82,889 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 82,658 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 82,272 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Some imbalance to rear brakes

engine oil and coolant leaking

slight noise noted when rotating nearside front wheel, possible start of wheel bearing wear further investigation advised

Fail 28 Jul 2014 82,271 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

engine oil and coolant leaking

slight noise noted when rotating nearside front wheel, possible start of wheel bearing wear further investigation advised

Pass 17 Jun 2013 82,208 miles

Near side front tyre perished and cracking

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

Slight exhaust blow at front clamps

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 82,160 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

some slight binding on both rear wheels

Fail 2 Jul 2012 82,159 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

some slight binding on both rear wheels

Fail 10 Jul 2007 82,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s front under body corroded battery insecure hazards req att rear o/s front shocker shaft pitted slight play o/s rear wheel

Pass 10 Apr 2006 80,769 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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FOE 960L is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FOE 960L, 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.

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What year was FOE 960L registered?

FOE 960L is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 3 October 1972.

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