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HCV 8L

1973 Triumph Stag

White Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

37,551 mi
Last recorded37,551 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Stag53,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCV 8L
MakeTriumph
ModelStag
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 37,551 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 37,419 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2023 34,622 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 34,535 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 34,528 miles

Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective NS & OS inertia reels not locking (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 17 May 2021 31,733 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 31,111 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 30,137 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 29,695 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 29,488 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 28,449 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 26,755 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 24,710 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 22,383 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 18,293 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 14,455 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 11,259 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 10,653 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 9,639 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 8,834 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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HCV 8L is a 1973 Triumph Stag in White with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Stag models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 53,671 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 HCV 8L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Stag is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HCV 8L?

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What year was HCV 8L registered?

HCV 8L is a 1973 Triumph Stag, first registered on 26 January 1973.

Is HCV 8L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCV 8L shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HCV 8L have outstanding finance?

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