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GFX 217N

1974 Triumph Stag Auto

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,793 mi
Last recorded21,793 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 Triumph Stag Auto63,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFX 217N
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 21,793 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 21,048 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 20,386 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 20,009 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,274 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 19,131 miles

both front shocks show signs of light oil misting

Pass 14 Apr 2012 19,070 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 19,070 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 18,488 miles

n/s front shock damp

o/s rear park slow to rise

Fail 2 Apr 2011 18,488 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s front shock damp

o/s rear park slow to rise

Pass 27 Mar 2010 16,916 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 13,577 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

exhaust rooting poor small oil leaks aparent on underside

Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,443 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

engine and transmition components leaking oil

indicators close to min flash rate

transmition coller pipes in poor condition and touching exhaust system

water leake from n/s of engine

Fail 4 Apr 2008 12,443 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

engine and transmition components leaking oil

indicators close to min flash rate

transmition coller pipes in poor condition and touching exhaust system

water leake from n/s of engine

Pass 5 Apr 2007 9,204 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 7,840 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak

Fail 8 Apr 2006 7,840 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak

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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GFX 217N is a 1974 Triumph Stag Auto in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Stag Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 63,295 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 740 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFX 217N, 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 52 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 GFX 217N registered?

GFX 217N is a 1974 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 1 November 1974.

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