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GIJ 5779

1979 Triumph Stag

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,137 mi
Last recorded9,137 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1979 Triumph Stag39,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIJ 5779
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 9,137 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 9,137 miles

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 8 Dec 2007 9,137 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 9,137 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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GIJ 5779 is a 1979 Triumph Stag in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 39,638 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,039 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GIJ 5779, 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 47 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 GIJ 5779 registered?

GIJ 5779 is a 1979 Triumph Stag, first registered on 20 July 1979.

Is GIJ 5779 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIJ 5779 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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