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GCG 224S

1978 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,237 mi
Last recorded94,237 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 1978 Triumph Stag62,190 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCG 224S
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2020 94,237 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 93,147 miles

Nearside Front Slight play in inner rack joint

Offside Front Slight play in inner rack joint

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 92,259 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 91,649 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 91,306 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 90,287 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 89,533 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 87,188 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 86,098 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 84,690 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 82,997 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 80,589 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 78,312 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 76,263 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 74,763 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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GCG 224S is a 1978 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 62,190 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 GCG 224S, 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 48 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 GCG 224S registered?

GCG 224S is a 1978 Triumph Stag, first registered on 25 January 1978.

Is GCG 224S safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCG 224S shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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