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FVN 248J

1970 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,383 mi
Last recorded86,383 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 1970 Triumph Stag57,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVN 248J
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2015 86,383 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 86,343 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 85,984 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 55,984 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 85,841 miles

o/s/outer sill poor condition

Pass 29 Jun 2011 85,444 miles

all tyres very poor condition

Pass 19 Jun 2010 85,356 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear suspension bushes worn

Pass 20 Jun 2009 85,335 miles

Oil leak

rear axle bushes poor condition

slight exhaust blow manifold area

Pass 26 Jun 2008 85,327 miles

Oil leak

REAR SESPENSION BUSHES AXLE BUSHES WORN

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW

TOP AND BOTTOM STEERING U/J SLIGHT 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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FVN 248J is a 1970 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 FVN 248J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FVN 248J registered?

FVN 248J is a 1970 Triumph Stag, first registered on 24 November 1970.

Is FVN 248J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVN 248J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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