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GUL 998N

1974 Triumph Stag Auto

Yellow Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,138 mi
Last recorded46,138 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 1974 Triumph Stag Auto63,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUL 998N
MakeTriumph
ModelStag Auto
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2013 46,138 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 45,647 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 45,621 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 44,550 miles

boot floor seams corroded

Fail 7 Jun 2011 44,506 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

boot floor seams corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2010 43,258 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 43,243 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

corrosion of front floor areas not in mot

Pass 25 Mar 2009 43,177 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Mar 2009 43,177 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Corrosion in front floor/ sill joints & front outriggers.

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 42,024 miles

All brakes binding slightly

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Corrosion on both sides inner sills at front near chassis outrigger

Wiper motor very lazy

n/s Parking brake cable touching exhaust clamp

Fail 5 Mar 2008 42,024 miles

All brakes binding slightly

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Corrosion on both sides inner sills at front near chassis outrigger

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Wiper motor very lazy

n/s Parking brake cable touching exhaust clamp

Pass 5 Dec 2006 39,762 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 66,285 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2005 66,285 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GUL 998N is a 1974 Triumph Stag Auto in Yellow with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GUL 998N, 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 GUL 998N registered?

GUL 998N is a 1974 Triumph Stag Auto, first registered on 18 November 1974.

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