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GNE 985N

1974 Triumph Stag Auto

Purple Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,783 mi
Last recorded85,783 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1974 Triumph Stag Auto63,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNE 985N
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 85,783 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))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 85,783 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel spongy (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure fouling prop shaft (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking at cooler (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2016 85,516 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 85,497 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 85,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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GNE 985N is a 1974 Triumph Stag Auto in Purple with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GNE 985N, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GNE 985N?

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What year was GNE 985N registered?

GNE 985N is a 1974 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 17 October 1974.

Is GNE 985N safe to buy?

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