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GFW 897K

1972 Triumph Stag

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,026 mi
Last recorded47,026 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Stag52,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFW 897K
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2017 47,026 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 44,786 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 44,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2013 58,014 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 43,920 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 43,610 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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GFW 897K is a 1972 Triumph Stag in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GFW 897K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GFW 897K registered?

GFW 897K is a 1972 Triumph Stag, first registered on 13 March 1972.

Is GFW 897K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFW 897K shows 6 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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