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GAP 472L

1972 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

11,898 mi
Last recorded11,898 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag Auto51,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAP 472L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 11,898 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 10,321 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 7,419 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 4,235 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 2,118 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 99,944 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 97,113 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 94,675 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 92,048 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 90,426 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 90,099 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 90,026 miles

Rear beam bushes perishing.

Pass 22 Aug 2011 89,068 miles

Noise evident from n/s hub or driveshaft.

Rear x-member bushes deteriorated.

Pass 9 Aug 2010 88,990 miles

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 87,745 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 87,738 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 87,625 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 87,560 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear wheel binding slightly.

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 14 Jul 2006 87,507 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Stag Auto?

Based on 21,225 MOT tests across 2,079 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
397
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,079
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 740
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 550
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 491
brake binding 442
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 440
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GAP 472L is a 1972 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 51,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Stag Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 740 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAP 472L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Stag Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Stag Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GAP 472L registered?

GAP 472L is a 1972 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 3 November 1972.

Is GAP 472L safe to buy?

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